Governor Bullock’s veto message for HB 325 is so laden with and influenced by distrust of and hate for Montana gun owners that it only demonstrates that this document is a political rant.
Gary Marbut
Gov. Bullock VETOs MT’s Preemption Fix Law, Leaving a Patchwork Of Gun Control
It’s no surprise that the Governor was highly disingenuous in his veto message giving his reason for this veto. For example, he says HB 325 would allow felons to bring guns into schools, even though..
Montana Fix Missoula Bill, HB 325, Goes To Governor, This Will Be Interesting
HB 325 is MSSA’s “fix Missoula” bill, to amend the Montana “preemption law” at 45-8-351 to prevent ongoing abuse of the law that limits all local government’s power to regulate firearms.
Montana State Legislative Update for March 2nd 2019
Montana legislators are now on their mid-session break. Yes, the legislative session is half way done. It’s time for an update about the various measures Montana Shooting Sports Association is working
Update: HB 226 MSSA’s Bill To Exempt Nonprofit Shooting Ranges From MT Property Taxes
The Fiscal Note for HB 226 estimated the impact at zero because it says it is unknown how many shooting ranges might drop off the tax rolls if HB 226 were enacted.
Wrap-Up From Last Week In The Montana Legislature, Jan 28th to Feb 1st 2019
HB 325 would roll back local government authority to regulate firearms under Montana’s “preemption law” at 45-8-351, in order to curb abuse of that statute by Missoula and other communities, and to pr
Bump Stock Ban – Cutting Through The Chatter
News headlines say that the BATFE has banned “bump stocks.” What are bump stocks and what does this mean?
Montana: Get Ready For The Upcoming Legislative Session
In order for you to be prepared to participate effectively in the legislative process, once the Montana legislative session begins early in January, you need to understand the process.
Democrat Kathleen Williams Proposes A $200 Million Tax On Montana Gun Owners
With one million magazines in Montana and a $200 NFA tax for each one by Williams is where the $200 million tax on Montana gun owners comes from.
Gun Group Weighs in on Effort to Revive Failed & Fake “Gun Safety” Ordinance
“Not only is this ordinance a misguided attempt at public policy,” said MSSA president Gary Marbut, “but it is being fraudulently sold to the public as a ‘gun safety’ measure. Calling a gun control me
‘Be Safe, Gun Safety For Kids’ Group Encourages Widespread Gun Safety Education
Over 100,000 copies of the Be Safe gun safety instructions have been distributed to Montana schools, gun clubs, and parents since the inception of the program.
Consent of the Governed & Informed Juries
There is one available mechanism whereby consent of the governed, or lack thereof, may be expressed very directly. That is through the power of informed jurie
Firearms, Self Defense, and Insurance Answers
Some companies (e.g., The Hartford) have denied insurance to homeowners on the disclosure that they own firearms, proceed with caution.
Mental Health & Gun Violence: What Do We Know
Another school shooting could much worse than the recent shooting in Florida. How many children could a madman shoot in the target-rich environment of a school?
Outlaw “Bump Fire” Stocks? Here Is Why You Should Care…
Bump fire stocks are stupid & a waste of ammo. But, that’s not the issue here. The real issue is another assault on the Right to Keep & Bear Arms.
Montana Gun Owners Dodge Bullet with Gianforte’s Defeat of Quist
Can there really be such a thing as a “pro-gun Democrat”?
Montana Friends, Time To Saddle Up & Get Behind Our Bills
Montana Shooting Sports Association will have three bills up for their first committee public hearing in Helena this coming week…
Complaint Filed Against NYC Everytown for Gun Safety Attorney in Montana
It is a criminal act in Montana for a person who is not licensed to practice law to hold himself out as an attorney and to provide legal advice or services….
Montana Attorney General Opinion, Rules Missoula Ordinance Unenforceable
A city or other local government entity is prohibited by Montana state law from enforcing a local regulation requiring background checks…
Montana: Four Guns Bills On the Agenda for Tuesday Including Permitless Carry
While none of these bills are on the official Montana Shooting Sports Association legislative agenda, MSSA supports all four and urges your support as well.
Montana Ballot Issues, Vote 2016
What, people ask, is my personal take on the ballot issues that are on the 2016 ballot? In case you’re interested, here are my personal opinions.
Gary Marbut Gives You His Personal Ballot Choices for Montana’s 2016 ELection
People have been calling me to inquire about various races on the Montana ballot. Well, here’s my opinion, personally, about various races…
Governor Bullock Lied to Montana Voters on 2nd Amendment Support
“It’s pretty sleazy,” Marbut continued, “for Bullock to claim credit for a law that was enacted just after the Civil War,” “That sure makes a person wonder about his [other] answers…
Montana Gun Group Demands Answers For Commissioner’s Mistakes
Commissioner Motl has shown a history of feeding his side of a case to the media, while those subject to his enforcement action suffer bad publicity in legally advisable silence
Gun Safety for Personal Protection & Concealed Weapon Permits Course Sunday, Aug. 14
A course entitled “Gun Safety for Personal Protection and Concealed Weapon Permits” will be hosted in Missoula by the Montana Shooting Sports Association and taught by Gary Marbut on Sunday…
Montana Gun Owners Endorse Greg Gianforte For Governor
The Montana Shooting Sports Association today announced its endorsement of Greg Gianforte, candidate for Governor of Montana.
A Guide to Private Firearm Sales Moral & Legal Responsibilities
As a responsible, law-abiding gun owner, we do not want to transfer a firearm (or even a car) to another person who would use it to injure an innocent person…
Montana Ammunition Availability Act
MSSA’s flagship bill last session, the “Montana Ammunition Availability Act,” was SB 122 carried by Senator Matt Rosendale, passed by the Legislature, and signed into law by the Governor.
Self Defense and the Stiffler Trial
Several of you have asked me about my involvement in the recent State v. Stiffler trial in Helena. My friend Chris Rosenau has been kind enough to prepare an explanation of that for you.
Montana Shooting Sports Association Annual Meeting, March 5th 2016, Helena
The primary business of this Annual Meeting will be to elect officers and Directors, and to determine MSSA’s legislative agenda…