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Bill To Stop Frivolous Gun Lawsuits Advances To House

Legislation critical to the future of the firearms industry and sportsmen’s rights has advanced to the U.S. House of Representatives.

Studies Show Youth Are Trading Fishing Rods For TV Remotes

Outdoor activities enjoyed by millions of American sportsmen in their youth are being set aside as a new generation opts for the indoors. The continued success of programs such as Trailblazer Adventure and Families Afield are imperative to bringing young people back to outdoor sports.

Bill Introduced To Ban Trapping Nationwide

A bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives would essentially ban trapping across the country.

House Resolution 3442, introduced by Rep. Nita Lowey, D-New York, and a host of other anti-hunting members of Congress, bans the use of foothold traps nationwide and prohibits the possession of fur derived from an animal caught by that type of trap.

Anti's Attack Hunting On National Wildlife Refuge System

The nation’s leading anti-hunting group is gearing up for another strike against hunting on the National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) System. Hunting is an important tool on refuges that allows for healthy wildlife populations and is the key funding source for conservation efforts.

National Policy To Protect Hunting Introduced

Landmark congressional legislation has been introduced to protect hunting on federal lands.

Hunter Harassment - It's Not A Matter Of Free Speech

Thanks to Indiana’s hunter harassment law, two anti-hunters could now do jail time for harassing and intimidating bowhunters.

Local Government Threatens Bowlhunting In Georgia

A recent proposal in an Atlanta suburb will wipe out bowhunting in the town. Bowhunters are being increasingly targeted by local ordinances to ban their sport.

Bill To Stop Frivolous Gun Lawsuits Heads To Senate

(Columbus) – Legislation critical to the future of the firearms and sportsmen’s movements will likely be heard before the U.S. Senate this week.

The U.S. Sportsmen’s Alliance (USSA) is urging sportsmen nationwide to ask U.S. senators to support SB 397, the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act, introduced by Sen. Larry Craig, R-ID.

New York Bills Ease Restrictions On Youth Hunting

Companion New York bills seek to restore the ability of young hunters and shooters to legally possess and fire handguns that are registered to a licensed adult.

Assembly Bill 1536, sponsored by Assemblywoman Francine DelMonte, D-Niagara Falls, and SB 2742, sponsored by Sen. Dale Volker, R-Depew, allows young people between 14 and 20 to obtain junior firearm licenses.

Sporting Dog Breeders Threatened By U.S. Senate Bill

A Congressional bill places a tight collar on sportsmen who breed and own hunting hounds.

In May, U.S. Sen. Rick Santorum, R-Pennsylvania, introduced SB 1139. It licenses dog breeders, including those who raise dogs for hunting or hobby.