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We at Texas and U.S. Law Shield recognize the importance of information, especially as it relates to responsible gun ownership. As an ongoing service, we periodically send out newsletters with updates on gun laws and other topics of interest to our members, so our members stay up to date about important changes that may affect... [Read More]

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[Updated on Tuesday, May 9: SB 40 passed the state Senate on May 8 by a vote of 35-8  and is now awaiting action from the governor. You can call the governor’s office at (405) 521-2342 to let her know where you stand.] The so-called “Point, Don’t Shoot” bill has landed on Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin’s desk. Senate Bill 40... [Read More]

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Independent Program Attorney Robert Robles reminds Members about tricky federal and state laws governing the carrying or transporting of firearms in and around schools. Just because summer is coming doesn’t change your legal responsibilities in these areas.    

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Independent Program Attorney Ed Riley reminds Members about tricky federal and state laws governing the carrying or transporting of firearms in and around schools. Just because summer is coming doesn’t change your legal responsibilities in these areas.  

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Independent Program Attorney Doug Richards reminds Members about tricky federal and state laws for carrying or transporting firearms in and around schools. Just because summer is coming doesn’t change your legal responsibilities.  

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Independent Program Attorney Justin McShane reminds Members about tricky federal and state laws for carrying or transporting firearms in and around schools. Just because summer is coming doesn’t change your legal responsibilities.  

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                            A four-bill package has been introduced in the Michigan House, that, if passed, will bring Constitutional Carry to the Great Lakes State. The bill is sponsored by Reps. Michele Hoitenga of Manton, Triston Cole of Mancelona, Sue Allor of Wolverine and... [Read More]

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Pennsylvania’s Second Amendment proponents claimed victories last week as state legislature passes laws to let gun owners or groups sue municipalities to challenge local firearms regulations. Gov. Tom Wolf, meanwhile, has vowed to veto both bills. State representatives voted 134 to 53 on Wednesday, April 26, to approve House Bill 671 — a measure similar to the Senate’s SB... [Read More]

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Ohio House Bill 142 would eliminate the requirement for concealed weapons holders to notify police that they are carrying a handgun in their vehicle. The bill is sponsored by Rep. Scott Wiggam, R-Wooster, and has been referred to committee. Under current Ohio law, concealed-handgun-license holders stopped by police or other law-enforcement officials must disclose that they... [Read More]

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Ohio’s Eighth District Court of Appeals has found that the city of Cleveland’s gun-offender registry is invalid as it conflicts with state law. The City of Cleveland established the registry in 2015 under Codified Ordinance 931-14 Chapter 628. It required any Cleveland resident convicted of a gun offense to submit a gun-offender registration form to... [Read More]

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Independent Program Attorney James Phillips reminds Members about tricky federal and state laws for carrying firearms in vehicles near schools and on your person outside schools. Just because summer is coming doesn’t change your legal responsibilities around these educational structures.  

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Ohio Senate Bill 199 took effect March 21, allowing Buckeye State residents with concealed-carry permits to carry guns in many places where it was previously illegal. This includes the unsecured areas of airports, notably the drop-off locations and certain baggage areas. SB 199, passed in the wake of the November 2016 terror attack at the University... [Read More]

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