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VICTORY FOR GUN SAFETY: Maryland Becomes Second State in the Nation to Stop the Sale of DIY Machine Guns as Governor Moore Signs Landmark Legislation
ANNAPOLIS, MD — Today, the Maryland chapters of Moms Demand Action and Students Demand Action, both part of Everytown for Gun Safety’s grassroots network, released the following statements after Governor Wes Moore signed SB 334 into law. This critical public…
May 21, 2026
NEW YORK SHUTS DOWN THE ‘PLASTIC PIPELINE’: Governor Hochul and Lawmakers Pass Nation-Leading Measures to Stop the Spread of DIY Machine Guns and 3D-Printed Firearms in FY27 Budget
New York Becomes First State to Require 3-D Printers be Equipped with Technology to Block the Production of Illegal Ghost Guns ALBANY, N.Y. — Today, Everytown for Gun Safety and its grassroots network, Moms Demand Action and Students Demand Action,…
May 21, 2026
Illinois Gun Violence Prevention Committee Advances HB 4471 to Address Growing Threat of DIY Machine Guns
Advocates Thank Gun Violence Prevention Committee for Taking Action, Call on Speaker Welch and House Leadership to Bring Bill to Floor SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Today, the Illinois House Gun Violence Prevention Committee advanced HB 4471, the Responsible Gun Manufacturers Act,…
May 15, 2026
A Legacy of Negligence: In Final Moments of Term, Florida Governor Forces Guns onto College Campuses Despite Pleas from Survivors and Students
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — The Florida chapters of Moms Demand Action and Students Demand Action, both part of Everytown for Gun Safety’s grassroots network, released the following statements today after Gov. Ron DeSantis signed HB 757, a dangerous bill that effectively…
May 14, 2026
VICTORY FOR GUN SAFETY: Governor Spanberger Signs Historic Assault Weapons Ban and Comprehensive Gun Safety Package Into Law
RICHMOND, VA — Today, the Virginia chapters of Moms Demand Action and Students Demand Action, both part of Everytown for Gun Safety’s grassroots network, released the following statements after Governor Abigail Spanberger signed into law a landmark ban on the…
May 13, 2026
New JAMA Study Reveals Nearly 7 Million Children Live in Homes with Unsecured, Loaded Firearms; Everytown for Gun Safety, Moms Demand Action Respond
New Data Shows a Nearly 50% Increase Over Previous Estimates, Confirming the Massive Public Safety Crisis at Hand: From 2015 to 2025, Everytown’s #NotAnAccident Index Tracked Over 3,800 Unintentional Shootings By Children NEW YORK – Everytown for Gun Safety Support…
May 7, 2026
Five Devastating Shootings in Seven Days: Deadly Gun Violence Across Texas Underscores Urgent Need for Stronger Gun Laws
AUSTIN, Texas – Today, Everytown for Gun Safety and its grassroots networks, the Texas chapters of Moms Demand Action and Students Demand Action, released the following statement calling attention to a horrific trend of gun violence in Texas. In the…
May 6, 2026
Connecticut Chapters of Moms Demand Action, Students Demand Action Applaud Senate Passage of Landmark Legislation to Stop the Spread of DIY Machine Guns
HARTFORD, CT – The Connecticut chapters of Moms Demand Action and Students Demand Action, both part of Everytown for Gun Safety’s grassroots network, issued the following statements today celebrating the Connecticut State Senate’s passage of HB 5043. With this vote,…
May 4, 2026
Governor Polis Signs HB 1144 Into Law, Marking Step Forward on Tackling the Spread of 3D-Printed Guns as Advocates Push for Stronger Action
DENVER — Today, Colorado Governor Jared Polis signed into law HB 1144, legislation to address the growing threat of 3D-printed firearms and illegal gun parts. The bill builds on Colorado’s existing ghost gun law and takes steps to help ensure…
May 4, 2026
MINNESOTA SENATE PASSES CRITICAL GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION OMNIBUS PACKAGE
Legislation Includes Ban on Assault Weapons and High-Capacity Magazines, Crackdown on Ghost Guns and Emerging Threats While Investing in Prevention ST. PAUL, MN — Today, the Minnesota Senate passed a comprehensive gun violence prevention omnibus package (SF 4067), marking a…
April 29, 2026
Minnesota Senate Finance Committee Advances Critical Gun Violence Prevention Omnibus Package
Last Month, Under the Leadership of Speaker Demuth, Minnesota House Republicans Blocked a Motion to Advance Legislation to Prohibit Assault Weapons and High-Capacity Magazines ST. PAUL, MN — Today, the Minnesota Senate Finance Committee advanced a comprehensive gun violence prevention…
April 22, 2026
New CalDOJ Report Shows Historic Drop in Gun Deaths; Urges Action on Emerging Threats
While California Achieves Record Progress in Reducing Gun Violence, Officials Emphasize the Critical Need for Continued Community Investment and Further Effort to Combat Gun Trafficking and 3D-Printed Firearms SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Following the release of the California Office of Gun…
April 22, 2026
Connecticut Chapters of Moms Demand Action, Students Demand Action Celebrate House Passage of Landmark Legislation to Stop the Spread of DIY Machine Guns
HARTFORD, CT – The Connecticut chapters of Moms Demand Action and Students Demand Action, both part of Everytown for Gun Safety’s grassroots network, issued the following statements today celebrating the Connecticut House of Representatives’ passage of HB 5043. With this vote,…
April 17, 2026
Maine Legislature Holds the Line Against Attacks on Lifesaving Gun Safety Laws; Moms Demand Action and Students Demand Action Respond
AUGUSTA, ME – The Maine chapters of Moms Demand Action and Students Demand Action, both part of Everytown for Gun Safety’s grassroots network, issued the following statements today celebrating the conclusion of the 2026 legislative session. Despite efforts by extremist…
April 14, 2026
HISTORIC VICTORY FOR GUN SAFETY: Former Moms Demand Action Volunteer, Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger, Signs Massive Slate of Gun Safety Legislation Into Law, Solidifying Virginia as a National Leader in Gun Violence Prevention
Historic Action on Gun Safety Follows Years of Tireless Advocacy from Moms Demand Action, Students Demand Action Volunteers RICHMOND, VA — Yesterday, Virginia cemented its status as a national leader in the movement to end gun violence as Governor Abigail…
March 27, 2026
Colorado Senate Passes HB 1144 to Close Dangerous Loophole Allowing Spread of 3D-Printed Guns
DENVER — Today, the Colorado Senate passed HB 1144, critical legislation to expand Colorado’s existing ghost gun law and address the growing threat of 3D-printed firearms and illegal gun parts and accessories. The bill now heads back to the House…
March 19, 2026
Maryland Senate Passes SB 334 to Stop the Spread of DIY Machine Guns; Gun Safety Advocates Applaud Bold Step Toward Industry Accountability
ANNAPOLIS, M.D. — Today, the Maryland chapters of Moms Demand Action and Students Demand Action, both part of Everytown for Gun Safety’s grassroots network, released the following statements after Senate lawmakers passed SB 334, a critical public safety measure that…
March 16, 2026
Virginia Makes History as General Assembly Sends Landmark Slate of Gun Safety Bills to Governor Spanberger’s Desk
More Than 20 Gun Safety Bills Heading to Governor Spanberger’s Desk; Five of the Bills Were Led by Former Moms Demand Action Volunteers RICHMOND, VA — As the Virginia legislative session officially came to a close, the Virginia chapters of Moms…
March 11, 2026
Florida Senate Advances HB 757, Doubling Down on ‘Guns on Campus’ Legislation Despite Public Outcry
HB 757 Now Returns to House for Concurrence on Senate’s Amendment Before Heading to the Governor’s Desk TALLAHASSEE, F.L. – The Florida chapters of Moms Demand Action and Students Demand Action, both part of Everytown for Gun Safety’s grassroots network,…
March 11, 2026
Washington Legislature Passes Critical Bill to Address Threat of 3D-Printed Ghost Guns
HB 2320 Heads to Governor’s Desk Following Strong Advocacy from Moms Demand Action and Students Demand Action Volunteers OLYMPIA, Wash. — Today, the Washington State Legislature has passed HB 2320, legislation to strengthen Washington’s ghost gun law and address the…
February 26, 2026
Florida Lawmakers Surrender to Gun Lobby, Passing Dangerous “Campus Carry” Legislation Less than a Year After Deadly Mass Shooting on FSU’s Campus
TALLAHASSEE, F.L. – The Florida chapters of Moms Demand Action and Students Demand Action, both part of Everytown for Gun Safety’s grassroots network, issued the following statements after Florida House lawmakers yesterday voted to pass HB 757, a dangerous bill…
February 20, 2026
House Fails to Advance Critical Gun Violence Prevention Bill as 2026 New Mexico Legislative Session Ends
Senate Acts, House Fails: Lawmakers Stall SB 17 While New Mexico Suffers 3rd Highest Gun Death Rate in U.S. SANTA FE, NM — As the 2026 New Mexico legislative session comes to a close, New Mexico Moms Demand Action and…
February 18, 2026
The Race to the Governor’s Desk: Life-Saving Gun Safety Bills Clear Crossover Day Hurdle
RICHMOND, VA — Today, the Virginia chapters of Moms Demand Action and Students Demand Action, both part of Everytown for Gun Safety’s grassroots network, issued the following statements after Crossover Day, the midway point of the Virginia legislative session, saw…
February 9, 2026
Virginia Senate Joins House of Delegates in Advancing Major Gun Safety Slate; Moms Demand Action, Students Demand Action Volunteers Applaud Unified Effort to Protect Virginians
RICHMOND, V.A. – Today, the Virginia chapters of Moms Demand Action and Students Demand Action, both part of Everytown for Gun Safety’s grassroots network, issued the following statements after the Virginia Senate officially passed a comprehensive package of five priority…
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Black Americans are nearly twice as likely as white Americans to die from COVID-19 and more than 10 times as likely to die from gun homicide.
