Big Wins for the Second Amendment!

Published on May 1, 2015
Duration: 2:00

This video from the NRA's Institute for Legislative Action highlights recent legislative wins for the Second Amendment in Arkansas, Tennessee, and New Hampshire. Key developments include strengthened protections for lawful use of deadly force, expanded concealed carry rights in public parking lots and polling places, and reforms to open carry laws. The report also notes a potential veto in New Hampshire and urges viewer action.

Quick Summary

Recent legislative actions in Arkansas, Tennessee, and New Hampshire have resulted in significant wins for the Second Amendment. These include expanded protections for self-defense, broader concealed carry rights in public spaces and vehicles, and reforms to open carry laws, aiming to uphold the rights of law-abiding gun owners.

Chapters

  1. 00:03Introduction: Big Wins for the Second Amendment
  2. 00:07Arkansas Legislative Successes
  3. 00:30Arkansas: Deadly Force Protections
  4. 00:37Arkansas: Carry at Polling Places
  5. 00:46Arkansas: Vehicle Carry in Parking Lots
  6. 00:54Tennessee Public Park Carry Law
  7. 01:13Tennessee Law Simplification
  8. 01:20New Hampshire Right to Carry Reform
  9. 01:30New Hampshire Open Carry Nuances
  10. 01:41New Hampshire Senate Bill 116 Details
  11. 01:46Call to Action: New Hampshire Veto Threat

Frequently Asked Questions

What were the key Second Amendment legislative wins in Arkansas in 2015?

In 2015, Arkansas saw nine pro-gun bills signed into law. These expanded gun owner rights, strengthened protections for lawful use of deadly force, and allowed concealed carry permit holders to carry at polling places and in vehicles in certain public parking lots.

How did Tennessee's new law impact gun owners in public parks?

Tennessee's new law ensures that law-abiding citizens retain their right to self-protection when in public parks. This measure aimed to eliminate a confusing patchwork of state laws that could have unintentionally criminalized responsible gun owners.

What is the 'Right to Carry Reform Bill' in New Hampshire?

The NRA-backed bill in New Hampshire, Senate Bill 116, aims to expand Second Amendment rights by allowing law-abiding gun owners to carry firearms without a permit, correcting restrictions on openly carrying firearms or placing them in personal items like purses.

What action is recommended regarding New Hampshire's Senate Bill 116?

Viewers are urged to contact New Hampshire Governor Maggie Hassan and ask her to reconsider her position, as she has indicated she will veto Senate Bill 116, a critical piece of legislation for expanding Second Amendment rights in the state.

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