GOA's Erich Pratt to Testify Before the Senate

Published on April 14, 2026
Duration: 1:32

Erich Pratt, Senior Vice President at Gun Owners of America, is scheduled to testify before the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. His testimony will address government "attacks" on the Second Amendment, advocating for the abolition of the ATF's gun owner registry and the passage of concealed carry reciprocity. Pratt will also discuss the Department of Justice's efforts to prevent federal cases from being lost, potentially allowing future administrations to reinstate restrictive policies.

Quick Summary

Erich Pratt, Senior Vice President at Gun Owners of America, will testify before the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs on April 15th. He plans to address government "attacks" on the Second Amendment, advocating for the abolition of the ATF's gun owner registry and the passage of concealed carry reciprocity.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Erich Pratt's Senate Testimony
  2. 00:14Hearing Details: Time and Committee
  3. 00:21Key Issues: Second Amendment Attacks
  4. 00:28Proposed Solutions: ATF Registry & Reciprocity
  5. 00:39DOJ's Role in Gun Rights Cases
  6. 00:54Preventing Policy Reversals
  7. 01:03Call to Action for Congress
  8. 01:14Strengthening Security Through Policy
  9. 01:21Tune In: Hearing Information

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is testifying before the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs?

Erich Pratt, the Senior Vice President at Gun Owners of America, is scheduled to testify before the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs on April 15th. He will be discussing government actions impacting the Second Amendment.

What specific actions does Erich Pratt advocate for regarding gun rights?

Erich Pratt advocates for the abolition of the ATF's registry of gun owners and the passage of concealed carry reciprocity. He believes these measures are crucial to protecting Second Amendment rights against government infringements.

What concerns are raised about the Department of Justice's actions?

Concerns are raised that the Department of Justice has fought gun rights cases vigorously, even attempting to moot them. This strategy is seen as an effort to prevent legal precedents that could be overturned by future administrations implementing restrictive policies.

When and where can one watch Erich Pratt's testimony?

Erich Pratt's testimony before the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs is scheduled for April 15th at 10:00 a.m. Eastern time. A link to the hearing can be found in the press release at gunowners.org.

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