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Second Annual GOA GOALS Gun Rights Summit Delivers on Advocacy
The Gun Owners Advocacy and Leadership Summit (G.O.A.L.S.) in Knoxville, TN, just wrapped up its second year of the conference. With gun rights taking center stage and a lineup of some of the most of the influential content creators, speakers, and authors in the Second Amendment space, this year’s show was second-to-none.

Old Tappan Council Votes Down Permit Rebate Measure Ignoring Racial Disparities and Constitutional Arguments
The town council of Old Tappan, N.J. voted last week against a resolution that would make a core constitutional right available to more people. Paying nothing more than lip service and highlighting a complete lack of understanding of civil rights, they simply refused to stand up to Trenton.

Court Strikes Down Tennessee’s 200-Year-Old “Intent to Go Armed” Statute
Unbeknownst to many, the state of Tennessee is not the Second Amendment heaven most people believe it to be. Read about the 200-year-old law that was just struck down.

Second Circuit Issues Egregious Decision on Connecticut Assault Weapons Ban
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit issued an egregious, almost humorous ruling, as it relates to the Connecticut “assault weapons” ban.

Gun Right Groups Sue Massachusetts Over Vague “Assault Style” Firearms Ban
The NRA, GOAL, Pioneer Valley Arms, and three individual NRA members have filed a lawsuit against Massachusetts regarding their ban on so-called “assault style” firearms.

Third Circuit To Rehear En Banc Challenge to New Jersey’s AWB and Magazine Ban Case
ANJRPC v. Platkin, which is a consolidation of three cases challenging New Jersey’s so-called “assault weapon” ban and “high capacity magazine” ban, was heard by the Third Circuit less than two months ago in front of a three-judge panel. Before that panel could even render a decision, the full court has decided to hear the case en banc.

District Court Rules New York MUST Accept Non-Resident Concealed Carry Applications
New York, home to some of the most onerous and repressive restrictions on Second Amendment rights, received a rare and overdue pro-gun ruling today. A district court judge told the state they must accept applications for concealed carry permits from non-residents, thanks to Gun Owners of America and Gun Owners Foundation.

Tenth Circuit Find’s New Mexico’s 7-Day Waiting Period for Firearms Unconstituitonal
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit has issued a preliminary injunction against New Mexico’s unconstitutional seven day waiting period for purchasing firearms.

Butler, New Jersey Joins Ranks of Towns Refunding Carry Permit Fees
Butler, New Jersey proudly becomes the sixth municipality in the state to pass a resolution to refund concealed carry application fees to the applicants.

Minnesota Judge Strikes Down Ban on Binary Triggers Passed in Omnibus Bill
On August 18, 2025, a Minnesota judge struck down a ban on binary triggers, which carried a penalty of up to 20 years in prison, ruling it unconstitutional due to its inclusion in a 1,400-page omnibus bill.

DOJ Dismisses Case Challenging Concealed Carry Ban in U.S. Post Offices
The U.S. Department of Justice has moved to dismiss its appeal in U.S. v. Ayala which deals with the carrying of firearms on postal service property.

AMM-Con Set to Ignite Advocacy at 2025 Gun Rights Policy Conference
AMM-Con is right around the corner and it’s sure to be an amazing event for media members and Second Amendment advocates alike.

