There’s less than a week until the start of the 2016 Iowa State Fair. This major event draws more than a million people to the East side of Des Moines…..
Iowa Firearms Coalition (IFC)
About Iowa Firearms Coalition:
Iowa Firearms Coalition (IFC) is an entirely volunteer, grassroots, Second Amendment advocacy group. Responsible for bringing uniformity to Iowa’s Concealed Weapons Permitting process, IFC’s members work to protect and enhance Second Amendment rights in Iowa. An affiliate of the National Rifle Association, the IFC actively seeks to foster and promote the shooting sports.
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Iowa Ranks Among States with Least “Gun Violence”
The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) found that Iowa ranks 9th in the country for the least amount of “gun violence.”
Iowa Firearms Coalition (IFC) Sponsors State IDPA Championship
We’re proud to announce the Second Annual Iowa IDPA State Championship is in the books.
Iowa Gun Control Advocates Notably Frustrated
If you’ve ever wondered if all those emails and phone calls we ask you to send actually make a difference, wonder no more.
Iowa ACTION ALERT – Orlando. Terrorism. Gun Control.
Right now anti-gun forces are trying to take the U.S. Senate hostage in an effort to push gun control measures on Americans by force.
Full Auto Machine Gun Shoot – June 10-12th 2016 Mt Auburn Iowa
Yes you read it right IFC is proud to be part of the second full auto machine gun shoot in Iowa!
Iowa Legislature Adjourns Sine Die as Democrats Block Pro Gun Bills
Senate Democrats chose not to allow a vote on the Privacy Protection Act, & killed that bill like they have so many other pro-gun bills in the last 6 years.
Iowa 2016 Legislative Update ~ Week 14
The 2016 legislative session will be over very soon. Some legislators are predicting the session could be complete as soon as Friday.
Iowa 2016 Legislative Wrap-up ~ Week 13
More positive news to report on the pro-gun owner front in the Iowa legislature.
Governor Branstad Signs ATV Carry Act Into Law!
Governor Terry Branstad signed House File 2283, the ATV Carry Act, into law!
Suppressors & Unfinished Business
Legalizing suppressors in Iowa is a big win, but we cannot lose sight of the unfinished business still sitting in the legislature.
Iowa Signs Law To Allow Silencer Ownership & Use
This year we were able to repeal the ban on suppressors, claw back a little bit of liberty and restore some of your Second Amendment freedoms
ATV Carry & Hearing Protection Acts Easily Pass Today’s Votes
Wow! Another solid day for IFC bills in the Iowa legislature! As you can see both the Hearing Protection Act and the ATV Carry Act passed their votes today with ease.
Votes on Hearing Protection & ATV Carry Acts Scheduled for Today
It appears today will be another big day for Second Amendment advocates in Iowa.
Iowa Senate PASSES Hearing Protection Act 46-4!
At approximately 9:30 Thursday morning the Iowa Senate passed House File 2279 by a vote of 46 to 4.
Iowa: Suppressor Vote in the Senate Today
House File 2279 is scheduled for a vote in the full Senate today (3/16/16). The Hearing Protection Act will finally be voted on in the Iowa Senate.
Iowa 2016 Legislative Wrap-up ~ Week 9
Week 9 in the Iowa legislature, the second funnel week of 2016, was full of ups and downs.
Iowa 2016 Legislative Wrap-up ~ Week 8
Forward progress continues in the Iowa Senate. Last week saw the both the Privacy Protection Act and the Hearing Protection Act get passed out of their Senate Judiciary subcommittees.
Iowa 2016 Legislative Wrap-up ~ Week 7
Week seven in the Iowa legislature was remarkable. Not only did FIVE of our pro-gun owner bills easily pass out of the House of Representatives, they did so with significant bi-partisan support.
Iowa 2016 Legislative Wrap-up ~ Week 5
It’s been another busy week on the Second Amendment front. While there’s been little movement in the legislature the Iowa Firearms Coalition has been working hard behind the scenes to…..
Victory in Indianola!
Finally, we’re extremely proud to announce victory for the Simpson College Shooting Club!
Iowa 2016 Legislative Wrap-up ~ Week 4
In the last seven days we’ve seen four pro-gun owner bills sail through committee votes with ease, the introduction of an additional pro-gun owner bill, AND our members played a vital role…..
Join Us for Second Amendment Day on February 23rd
Join us on the 23rd for IFC’s Second Amendment Day in the Iowa Capitol.
Iowa Firearms Coalition Partners with Jerry’s Machine Guns for a Shooting Event
The Iowa Firearms Coalition is partnering with Jerry’s Machine Guns, Sure Shot Range, and Tactical Creations to put on a three day machine gun shoot in Mount Auburn, Iowa.
Week 3 in the Iowa Legislature for 2016
It’s been a remarkable week in the Iowa legislature, particularly in the House of Representative’s Judiciary Committee.
Week Two in the Iowa Legislature for 2016
A fifth bill has been filed in the Senate that would allow deer hunters to carry a handgun for their own protection while out deer hunting. It’s been dubbed the “Hunter Protection Act” and you…..
Pro-Gun Bills Filed in the 2016 Iowa Legislature
We’ve got our first real action of the 2016 legislative session. Several pro-gun owner bills have been officially filed and are beginning their journey through the legislative process.
Iowa 2016 Legislative Wrap-up ~ Week 1
The first week of Iowa’s 2016 legislative session is complete. The first week of the year in capitol is a lot like the first couple days of school after summer break…..
Anti-Gun Political Clerk Admits to Lies, Terrorism and Racist Frame Job
Although his former aide pleaded guilty on Dec. 16, Samad hasn’t said a word about it since then.
Bloomberg Cronies Denied!
Thanksgiving has come and gone but the Iowa Firearms Coalition leadership team is still feeling mighty thankful.