Happy Thanksgiving from Gun Owners of America

Published on November 27, 2025
Duration: 1:32

This video from Gun Owners of America (GOA) highlights significant legal and legislative victories achieved in the past year. Senior Vice President Erich Pratt details successes such as overturning Virginia's universal background check law, establishing constitutional carry in Tennessee, and winning legal battles in Memphis. The organization also notes progress in improving carry reciprocity across multiple states, including California and New York.

Quick Summary

Gun Owners of America (GOA) has achieved significant legal victories, including overturning Virginia's universal background check law and securing constitutional carry in Tennessee. They also won a case against an illegal gun control ordinance in Memphis and are working to improve carry reciprocity across states like California and New York.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Gratitude
  2. 00:10Legislative Efforts (NFA Taxes)
  3. 00:38Key Legal Victories (VA, TN, Memphis)
  4. 01:01Thanksgiving Message

Frequently Asked Questions

What significant legal victories has Gun Owners of America (GOA) achieved?

GOA has successfully overturned Virginia's universal background check law, secured constitutional carry in Tennessee, and won a legal battle against an illegal gun control ordinance in Memphis. They are also working to improve carry reciprocity across states like California and New York.

What legislative efforts has GOA undertaken regarding NFA items?

Gun Owners of America (GOA) has actively fought in Congress to eliminate NFA taxes on suppressors and short-barreled firearms. This indicates a strategic shift towards advocating for positions that have broader public support.

How is GOA impacting carry rights across the US?

Through major court wins, GOA is advancing carry reciprocity for its members, aiming for full recognition of concealed carry permits across multiple states. This includes efforts impacting states from California to New York.

Who is Erich Pratt and what is his role at GOA?

Erich Pratt is the Senior Vice President of Gun Owners of America (GOA). He is a key figure in communicating the organization's legislative efforts and legal victories to its members and the public.

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