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NRA-ILA Grassroots News Minute 03-30-2012

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Published on March 30, 2012
Category: 2nd Amendment & Law
Duration: 4:25

This news minute discusses two key legislative efforts concerning Second Amendment rights. The National Right to Carry Reciprocity Bill (Senate Bill 2213 and its companion HR822) aims to allow individuals with a valid carry permit to carry a handgun in any other state that issues such permits or does not prohibit concealed carry, subject to local laws. Additionally, it addresses concerns about the UN Arms Trade Treaty, highlighting efforts like Senate Bill 2205 to prevent any treaty from infringing upon the rights of US citizens under the Second Amendment.

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National Right to Carry Reciprocity Bill
Senate Bill 2213
Respecting States Rights and Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act
Senate Bill 2188
HR822
US House of Representatives
US Senate
NRA
NRA-ILA
United Nations Arms Trade Treaty
Senate Bill 2205
Second Amendment Sovereignty Act
Second Amendment
Concealed Carry
Gun Control

Quick Summary

The NRA-ILA Grassroots News Minute for March 30, 2012, discusses the National Right to Carry Reciprocity Bill (SB 2213) and Senate Bill 2205, the Second Amendment Sovereignty Act. These bills aim to ensure reciprocity for concealed carry and prevent UN Arms Trade Treaty infringement on Second Amendment rights.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction
  2. 00:04NRA ILA Grassroots News Minute
  3. 00:13National Right to Carry Reciprocity Bill
  4. 00:18Senate Bill 2213 Introduced
  5. 00:27NRA Support for Reciprocity Bill
  6. 00:46Comparison to SB 2188 and HR822
  7. 01:15No Effect on State Laws
  8. 01:28Call to Action: Contact Senators
  9. 01:36UN Arms Trade Treaty Update
  10. 01:42Mexico's Stance on Gun Registry
  11. 02:06NRA's Role in Arms Treaty Process
  12. 02:24Wayne LaPierre's UN Statement
  13. 02:52Civilian Firearms and the Treaty
  14. 03:04Second Amendment Freedom
  15. 03:07Upcoming Treaty Meeting
  16. 03:15Senator Moran's Legislation
  17. 03:24Senate Bill 2205: Second Amendment Sovereignty Act
  18. 03:58Call to Action: Support SB 2205
  19. 04:06Contact Information Resources
  20. 04:23End Music

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the National Right to Carry Reciprocity Bill?

The National Right to Carry Reciprocity Bill, such as Senate Bill 2213, aims to allow individuals with a valid carry permit to carry a handgun in any other state that issues such permits or does not prohibit concealed carry, subject to local laws.

What is Senate Bill 2213 and who introduced it?

Senate Bill 2213, named the Respecting States Rights and Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act, was introduced in the US Senate by Senator John Thun on March 20th, 2012. It seeks to establish national reciprocity for concealed carry.

What is the NRA's stance on the UN Arms Trade Treaty?

The NRA strongly opposes the UN Arms Trade Treaty, asserting that civilian firearms should not be included and that such treaties infringe upon the rights of self-defense, privacy, and personal freedoms guaranteed by the Second Amendment.

How can I contact my US senators about these bills?

You can contact your US senators to urge them to co-sponsor Senate Bills 2213, 2188, and 2205. Contact information is available on www.nrila.org or by calling 202-243-121.

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