Buckeye Firearms Association
Recent News About Buckeye Firearms Association
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Buckeye Firearms Association supports SB 32 granting civil immunity
On Wednesday, May 22, 2024, Buckeye Firearms Association (BFA) provided testimony in favor of Senate Bill 32. This bill seeks to grant civil immunity to individuals who act in self-defense or to protect members or guests of a nonprofit corporation under certain circumstances. BFA commended Sen. Shaffer's efforts on this issue and urged committee members to pass the bill and bring it to the Senate floor for a vote.
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Nancy Pelosi criticizes American populism during Oxford Union debate
In recent elections, anti-gun Democrats have often been perceived as condescending towards opposition voters, labeling them as misguided and prejudiced. This sentiment was recently echoed by former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) during a debate at the Oxford Union Society in England on whether “populism is a threat to democracy.”
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Federal judge halts enforcement of new ATF private gun sales rule
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) faced another setback in a federal Texas district court. U.S. District Judge Matthew J. Kacsmaryk issued a temporary restraining order (TRO) against the ATF, preventing the bureau from enforcing its new rule on who needs a federal firearms license (FFL) to sell a gun. The TRO applies specifically to members of Gun Owners of America (GOA), Tennessee Firearms Association (TFA), and Virginia Citizens Defense League (VCDL).
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NRA-ILA files lawsuit against new Delaware gun purchase law
On May 19, the National Rifle Association Institute for Legislative Action (NRA-ILA) announced a lawsuit challenging Delaware's newly implemented permit-to-purchase law. This law mandates that Delaware residents must secure a "Handgun Qualified Purchaser Permit" prior to purchasing a handgun. The process of obtaining this permit involves an 11-part training course, which the applicant must complete at their own expense, among other requirements. The permit is valid for two years, and applicants must have completed the training course within the previous five years to qualify....
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Senate resolution seeks to block ATF's 'engaged in the business' rule
The Firearm Industry Trade Association, NSSF, has expressed its full support for the Congressional Review Act (CRA) Resolution of Disapproval of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) “Engaged in the Business” Final Rule. The CRA was introduced by U.S. Sens. John Cornyn (R-Texas) and Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) and co-sponsored by 43 additional senators.
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Examining President Biden's claim on decreasing crime rates
In his State of the Union address this year, President Joe Biden stated that “Americans deserve the freedom to be safe, and America is safer today than when I took office,” asserting that “[l]ast year, the murder rate saw the sharpest decrease in history, and violent crime fell to one of the lowest levels in more than 50 years.” This claim has sparked debate about its validity.
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Gun control politics: The dismissal of American gun owners
In the current political climate, it is evident that gun control advocates have more than just firearms in their crosshairs. Two other significant hurdles to civilian disarmament have been identified: the Second Amendment and gun owners themselves.
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Ninth Circuit panel vacates conviction, cites Second Amendment rights
On May 9, a three-judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit issued a split decision, vacating the conviction of Steven Duarte for violating 18 U.S.C. § 922(g)(1). This federal law makes it illegal for any person to possess a firearm if they have been convicted of an offense punishable by imprisonment exceeding one year.
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Podcast reveals alleged duplicity of gun rights group '97Percent
The Keep and Bear Radio podcast, hosted on Podbean and available on multiple platforms such as Apple, Google, Spotify, iHeartRadio among others, recently shed light on a controversial issue. In episode 114, the focus was on a group called 97Percent. This organization presents itself as a Second Amendment advocate but supports various gun control measures including “assault weapon” bans, magazine bans, bump-stock bans, red-flag laws and even permits to own guns.
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Firearms industry contributes over $17 billion to wildlife restoration fund
The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), the trade association for the firearms industry, has announced that firearm and ammunition manufacturers have contributed over $17 billion in total excise tax to the Wildlife Restoration Trust Fund since 1937. Adjusted for inflation, this amount exceeds $27.38 billion.
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26 states challenge ATF's new firearm rule in three separate lawsuits
On May 1, a total of 26 states filed three separate lawsuits against the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives' (ATF) new rule that redefines who is “engaged in the business” of dealing in firearms. The National Rifle Association (NRA) had previously warned that this rule could potentially criminalize tens of thousands of law-abiding citizens for exercising their constitutional rights by selling even a single firearm.
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AOC Misfires on Claims About Lead Ammunition Impact on Wildlife
In a demonstration that America’s outdoors and recreational shooting sports pastimes still bring people together, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 615 in a bipartisan vote, sending the Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act over to the U.S. Senate for consideration. The bill is strongly supported by NSSF and would require the Secretaries of the Interior and Agriculture to provide site-specific peer-reviewed scientific data that demonstrates traditional lead ammunition or fishing tackle is causing detrimental wildlife population impacts before prohibiting...
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Ohio's Stand on No-Gun Signs in Public Parks and Fairgrounds
Ohio legalized concealed carry 20 years ago, but the issue of obeying no-gun signs in public spaces remains a topic of discussion and confusion for many residents. Cities in Ohio have had differing stances on firearms in public parks, leading to legal battles that questioned the constitutionality of such bans. Dean Rieck, Executive Director of Buckeye Firearms Association, points out that despite the state law overriding city bans on firearms in public spaces, there may still be instances where individuals face legal hassle if seen carrying a firearm in a public park....
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Canada PM Trudeau's gun confiscation initiative hits 4-year milestone
In a recent development, it has been highlighted that the Canadian government's gun confiscation program, initiated by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, has reached a significant milestone after four years of implementation.Wes Winkel, President of the Canadian Sporting Arms and Ammunition Association (CSAAA), pointed out a major oversight in the government's plan, stating that they failed to anticipate the inclusion of parts and accessories in the buyback scheme for 'assault-style' firearms. Winkel revealed that over 3,500 separate parts and components have been identified...
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President Ronald Reagan's Answer to Rejecting Gun Control
President Joe Biden has reiterated his stance on gun control, expressing his intentions to address gun violence if elected for a second term. Biden's comments, including dismissing the notion of the tree of liberty being watered with the blood of patriots, have sparked discussions on the issue of firearm regulations in the United States. In response to Biden's approach, a recent article published by Mark Oliva highlights the importance of individual accountability in addressing societal challenges, referencing President Ronald Reagan's words from 1968.Oliva's article...
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SCOTUS takes up Biden administration's attempt to redefine 'firearm'
The ongoing debate over gun control and the Second Amendment has taken center stage as the U.S. Supreme Court has decided to hear an appeal regarding the Biden administration's attempt to redefine the term 'firearm.' The appeal specifically addresses the issue of "ghost guns" and the broader implications of the ATF's proposed rule change.According to the National Rifle Association of America, Institute for Legislative Action, gun control is primarily focused on marketing and catch-phrases rather than addressing real issues. The organization expressed concerns about the...
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Reminder: You're all gun dealers now, according to ATF (VIDEO)
Eric Blandford, better known as Iraqveteran8888, recently brought attention to a significant shift in gun laws by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). In discussing the new rule, he explained, "The ATF’s rule says that now, almost anyone who sells guns aiming to make a profit can be considered a gun dealer."This rule marks a substantial change as previously, selling guns was the primary role of a dealer. However, under the new regulation, even the sale of a single gun necessitates a Federal Firearms License (FFL), involving extensive paperwork...
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Ohio's Yost, other attorneys general urge DOJ to scrap ‘red flag’ gun-confiscation program
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost, alongside 18 other state attorneys general, has voiced opposition to a new federal program advocating for the enforcement of “red flag” gun-confiscation laws. In a letter addressed to U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland, the attorneys general express concerns about the National Extreme Risk Protection Order (ERPO) Resource Center, launched by the Department of Justice in March.Yost emphasized in a news release from his office that "The solution to gun violence is not more bureaucracy, and it is certainly not parting otherwise law-abiding...
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ODNR Offers High School Students Job Shadowing Opportunities
Rising high school juniors and seniors in Ohio have a unique chance to gain insight into various career paths related to wildlife, parks, conservation, and more through the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) job shadow program.“We do crucial work at ODNR to protect our natural resources and provide opportunities for people to explore the great outdoors,” ODNR Director Mary Mertz expressed in an April 16 news release. “It is vital that Ohio is able to carry that mission into the future by educating and inspiring new generations of dedicated conservationists.”The...
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Prevention, accountability should be White House 'mass murder' protocols
The White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention is hosting the first in-person meeting of federal agencies to figure out what to do after a tragic mass murder and criminal misuse of firearms. Larry Keane, in his recent article, emphasizes that the focus should not be on post-tragedy actions but on prevention measures. He states, "The focus shouldn’t be on what the government can do after a tragedy occurs. Rather, it should be on what should be done to prevent it."Keane also highlights the issue of underreporting of crime by government officials, noting that it hinders...