Two weeks ago, I put out a call to the firearms community requesting financial help so we can challenge in court the requirement of needing to obtain an HQL prior to purchasing a firearm.
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MSI Statement on Mass Shooting in Orlando, Florida
Our thoughts are with those families that lost loved ones and those injured in the terrorist attack in the club this past Saturday night in Orlando.
Maryland Shall Issue – Legislative Update
Now that the 2016 Maryland legislative session is over, what is MSI up to and what do we have planned for the rest of 2016?
2016 Maryland Legislative Session Recap
The 2016 Maryland legislative session ended less than 8 hours ago as I write this, and what a finish it was.
Call to Action – HB1000 Terror Watch List Prohibitions
It has come to our attention that the Speaker of the House is trying to ram this bill through the House and then to the Senate.
Win in Kolbe Decision!
On February 4, 2016, the 4th Circuit Court of Appeals issued its decision.
2A Tuesday is Almost Here!
Are you ready for 2A Tuesday because we are less than a week away.
Maryland Shall Issue – Week 2 Legislative Update
After almost 30” of snow, I hope this end of the 2nd week update finds everyone OK and well.
Maryland Shall Issue – Week 1 Legislative Update
The first week of the 436th Maryland General Assembly is done and only 86 days to go as of this report. So, how did the first week go?
A Couple Dozen Gun Banners Rally to End Gun Violence in Rockville, MD
We respectfully stood & listened to the speakers talk about gun violence, include using the no fly list, firearms registration, and mental health issues to restrict your rights…
Maryland 2015 Legistlative Post Session Recap
The Maryland 2015 legislative session and work on all all gun related legislation has come to a close, and an eventful close it was…
Kolbe v Hogan – MSI Update
The United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, heard the lawsuit of Kolbe v Hogan (Previously Kolbe v O’Malley).
Maryland Senate Gun Bill Day – Just One Week Away
We have one week until “Gun Bill Day” in the Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee on Thursday, March 12 2015. We would encourage everyone to show up and testify…
Maryland 2015 2A Tuesday After Action Report – Maryland Shall Issue ~ Video
Maryland’s second annual 2A Tuesday is in the books, and given the weather and traffic issues of the morning, I would consider it a success…
A Letter From The President Of Maryland Shall Issue
You. our membership, their family and friends are the cornerstone of our existence and our mission. Without you, we are nothing…
Maryland Primary Election Results
November’s general election will offer new opportunities to remove Delegates and Senators who voted for SB281 and elect pro-2A representatives…
Maryland Shall Issue 2014 Legislative Recap
Session 2014 is over. This was a relatively uneventful year for 2nd Amendment Rights. But make no mistake, this is a temporary reprieve…
Maryland Acknowledges They Violated Gun Owners Privacy
Sending your private information over an unsecured internet connection is a violation of law and common sense. The State Police must adhere to the standards set under law for commercial firms in Maryland and nationwide…
Maryland Shall Issue Moves to Stop Maryland State Police, Enabling Identity Theft
The State Police also used employees from other state agencies to go through your private data and put into a database…
7 Day Wait, Woollard and More Maryland Shall Issue Update
Maryland Shall Issue has also received many questions about why it is not working to sponsor recall elections. Maryland has no legal method to recall elected officials…
Carry Permit Denials, Hagerstown & Bowie Festival Update by Maryland Shall Issue
As we indicated in previously the 4th Circuit Court of Appeals overturned the District Court finding that the State’s requirement for a “good and substantial” cause was unconstitutional…
What is Maryland Shall Issue Doing To Protect Your Civil Rights Post-SB281
Maryland’s new Handgun Licensing provisions are designed specifically to burden ownership, by making it too expensive and time consuming for people to meet the hurdles…
SB281 Passes – A Sad Day for the 2A in Maryland
Thanks & appreciation to the thousands of you who took time away from work & your families to fight but at the end of the day, many of your elected representatives chose to ignore your voice…
Maryland ~ The Fight Hasn’t Finished, But House has Made a Bad Bill Even Worse
On the House floor, the bill was made even worse as Delegates stripped out a committee amendment that would have exempted active duty military and veterans…
Maryland Gun Control, SB281, Committee Vote & Floor Update
The anti-gun representatives on the committee and the Governor’s staff have shown their true colors. This bill has nothing to do with criminals. They will use any tactic within their power to restrict the rights of citizens…
Maryland Legislature Thinks Gun Owners Have Given Up
The Governor is pushing with all his might to rip away every gain we’ve made. He is trying to convince Delegates that there is some silent majority out there supporting him…
Maryland Committee’s Vote on SB 281 Expected This Week
We expect that SB 281 will be amended this week and likely moved to the House floor for their consideration…
4th Circuit Court of Appeals Overturns Woollard Ruling
Despite numerous studies including those cited in the gunfacts.info publication, the 4th Circuit believed the word of appointed police chiefs over independent and unbiased researchers…
Last Minute Tips & Info for Those Going to Maryland Gun Hearings Tomorrow
There will be an ANTI 2nd Amendment rally on Lawyer’s Mall tomorrow. AVOID LAWYER’S MALL. Proceed directly to the House building tomorrow morning. Do not be seen with them. Do not engage them. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO COUNTER PROTEST!
MaryLand 2A Defenders We Need You In Annapolis This Week
If these draconian laws pass, some of you are going to be arrested and face jail time, just for possessing a firearm that the state once approved you to own…