On April 18th, 1775, Dr. Joseph Warren, head of the colonials in Boston, was informed that the British Regulars were going to try to seize colonial guns.
ISRA Celebrates ‘Shot Heard Round the World Day’
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Proposed Illinois Legislation Could Force Your Favorite Gun Shop To Close
The Illinois Senate will be holding a floor vote on bill SB1657, sponsored by Senator Don Harmon and supported by Chicago Democrats.
ISRA Thursday Bulletin For April 13, 2017
The Illinois Legislature has recessed until April 25th. When they return, there will be 28 action- packed days until the spring session ends on May 31st.
MTG Intro Classes Being Offered at the ISRA Range
Included in the program are firearms safety issues, marksmanship basics, various shooting positions, speed reloads, drawing from a holster, and more.
ISRA Thursday Bulletin Update For April 6, 2017
The National Safety Council (NSC) has just released the statistics on accidental firearm deaths for 2014 – 2015. The totals are the lowest since 1903.
Illinois Gun Owner Lobby Day Update – Wednesday, April 5, 2017
Please bring these with you for IGOLD 2017:
1. Bring an umbrella or your packable raincoat, slicker or poncho. Unfortunately, rain is predicted.
ISRA Action Alert: Protect Your Right to Buy and Sell Firearms
This bill would also affect your ability to sell or refresh your own gun collection, by defining YOU as a gun dealer in Illinois.
ISRA Thursday Bulletin For March 23, 2017
Years ago, the City of Chicago ran legitimate firearm dealers and shooting ranges out of town. For a long time, the Second Amendment hung on by a thread.
URGENT ISRA ALERT – Contact Committee Members to Oppose HB2354
The gun-grabbers in the Illinois General Assembly are moving full speed ahead with their plans to empty your gun safe and destroy your rights.
Illinois State Rifle Association Bulletin – March 10, 2017
Bob Harvey of the South Florida Gun School addressed this issue last week in an article published in Ammoland. I am borrowing some of his ideas here.
ISRA Alert – Gun-Grabbers Recruiting In Oak Park Feb 22 2017
Oak Park has formed a new Gun Control cabal disguised as yet another “Gun Safety” group, they call themselves Gun Responsibility Advocates..
ISRA Thursday Bulletin For February 16, 2017
IGOLD is coming up on April 5th this year and for the first time in a long time, the ISRA is not going to sponsor charter buses to the event.
He Pulled The Trigger, We Answered His Call For Help
You and I both know we have a gun to protect our family…but at the same time we pray to God we never have to use it under those circumstances.
ISRA Thursday Bulletin – January 26, 2017
The Trump Administration is underway, despite the tactics to slow down the President’s cabinet picks, by Senate Democrats.
ISRA Newsletter for January: Goodbye Barack… Hello Donald
About eight years ago, I penned a letter to gun owners nationwide about my experiences lobbying Barack Obama when he was an Illinois State Senator.
Federal Court Allows Challenge To Proceed Against Illinois Foster Parent Rules
An IL federal district court judge has denied that state’s motion to dismiss a legal challenge by the Second Amendment Foundation of restrictions on the possession of firearms for personal protection.
Illinois Legislature To Finish Unfinished Business, Gun Bills
While all of the gun bills, both good and bad, are still under consideration, the only one that might be called will be SB433, the suppressor bill.
ISRA Thursday Update Bulletin – December 29, 2016
As one year passes into the next, it is good to think of friends lost, new friends found, knowledge gained, challenges ahead and the big one.
Thousands of Second Amendment Supporters Will March on Springfield, IL
Mark this important date on your calendar now. If you need to reserve a vacation day before the end of the year – DO IT NOW!
ISRA Thursday Bulletin Update for December 22, 2016
I know it is the season to be jolly, but we need to be sure not everyone is jolly. I’m thinking of the scammers, burglars and internet thieves in particular.
ISRA Thursday Bulletin Update for December 15, 2016
The Ohio State Legislature has passed and sent to Governor John Kasich an expanded concealed carry bill that would allow concealed carry on college campuses.
Firearm Retention & Takeaway – December 18, 2016
We live in an ever changing world; workplace, and even our homes, are being threatened by random acts of violence all over this country.
ISRA Thursday Update Bulletin for December 8, 2016
For the past eight years, the United States has suffered from the “lead from behind” strategy of the Obama Administration.
ISRA Addresses Monday’s Ohio State University On-Campus Attack
On Monday, a person of Somali origin attacked people with a vehicle and butcher knife on the Ohio State University (OSU) campus.
ISRA Bulletin – A Message from ISRA’s Executive Director
Today is the 241st anniversary of the founding of the United States Marine Corps. Happy Birthday Marines. Enjoy your cake!
ISRA Thursday Bulletin for November 3, 2016
It is 5 days until the election and we are all hanging on like we are on the Cyclone roller coaster, and the ride isn’t over yet.
West Chicago to Consider Banning Firearm Retailers and Ranges
On Tuesday night, the West Chicago zoning commission will consider a measure that would effectively ban the operation of a firearm retail store or range anywhere in the village.
The Gun Rights Policy Conference and More ~ A Message from ISRA’s Executive Director
Last weekend I attended the Gun Rights Policy Conference (GRPC) in Tampa, Florida. I am pleased to report the Illinois State Rifle Association has…..
The 2016 Presidential Election and More ~ A Message from ISRA’s Executive Director
Today is the official first day of Autumn, which also means the days until the 2016 Presidential Election are dwindling to a precious few.
ISRA Is Now Affiliated with USCCA
The Illinois State Rifle Association is now affiliated with the United States Concealed Carry Association.