NRA-ILA Grassroots News Minute 9-06-13

Published on September 7, 2013
Duration: 2:28

This news segment from NRA-ILA discusses the historical role of the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) in providing surplus military firearms like the M1 Garand to Americans. It highlights President Obama's intention to use executive authority under the Arms Export Control Act to deny future imports of surplus military weapons for private sale, and to require FBI background checks for corporate firearm trusts. The segment suggests potential public response mirroring past reactions to firearm bans.

Quick Summary

President Obama plans to use executive authority under the Arms Export Control Act to ban imports of surplus military firearms for private sale. This action, along with proposed FBI background checks for firearm trusts, aims to restrict access to certain weapons. Historically, such bans have led to increased purchases of other firearm types.

Chapters

  1. 00:03Introduction: Stephanie Spa
  2. 00:11History of National Board for Rifle Practice
  3. 00:26Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP)
  4. 00:40CMP Selling M1 Garands
  5. 00:54President Obama's Executive Actions
  6. 01:04Arms Export Control Act Use
  7. 01:15Definition of Surplus Military Weapons
  8. 01:34Historical Public Response to Bans
  9. 01:57New Importation Ban Response
  10. 02:00Background Checks for Trusts
  11. 02:16NRA Updates and Website

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) and its role?

The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) evolved from the National Board for the Promotion of Rifle Practice, established over a century ago. Its primary role is to sell surplus military firearms, such as M1 Garands, to Americans to foster marksmanship skills and support national defense.

How is President Obama using executive authority regarding firearms?

President Obama announced plans to use executive authority under the Arms Export Control Act to deny future applications for importing surplus military weapons for private sale. Additionally, his administration intends to require FBI fingerprint-based background checks for individuals associated with firearm trusts.

What types of firearms are considered 'surplus military weapons' under the new import ban?

Under the proposed ban, 'surplus military weapons' specifically refers to rifles, pistols, and shotguns. Fully automatic firearms are excluded, as they have been illegal to import for sale to private citizens since 1968.

What was the public's response to previous firearm bans in the US?

Historically, when federal assault weapon and large magazine bans were implemented in 1994, the public's reaction included a significant increase in the purchase of AR-15 rifles and compact handguns, such as the Glock 26.

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