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Historic Defeat for the Gun Lobby: Everytown, Moms Demand Action Applaud Signing of Tide-Changing Gun Violence Prevention Legislation in Florida
Today, Gov. Scott Signed Gun Violence Prevention Legislation that Includes the Creation of a Red Flag Law and Raises Age to Purchase all Firearms to 21 Legislation Was Introduced Following the Tragic School Shooting in Parkland, Florida TALLAHASSEE, Fla.
March 9, 2018
ICYMI: Kansas Senate Facing Questions About Lack of Progress on Domestic Violence Bill
I wanted to make sure you saw the Kansas City Star’s reporting about a concerning development regarding bipartisan legislation to help keep guns out of the hands of domestic abusers. In early February, the Kansas…
March 9, 2018
Utah Moms Demand Action, Everytown Applaud Defeat of “Stand Your Ground” Legislation
HB 129 Would Have Let People Shoot to Kill in Public Even If There Is a Clear and Safe Alternative SALT LAKE CITY – Volunteers with the Utah chapter of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, part of…
March 9, 2018
Delaware Moms Demand Action, Everytown Applaud State House Passage of Legislation Prohibiting Bump Stocks
If House Bill 300 Passes the Senate Delaware Has the Potential to be the Third State to Make Bump Stocks Illegal After the Las Vegas Shooting DOVER, Del.– The Delaware chapter of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America,…
March 8, 2018
Dangers of Guns in Schools on Display in Alabama Shooting
Yesterday in Birmingham, Ala., at least two gunshots were fired during dismissal at Huffman High School, killing one student and injuring another. According to the Birmingham police chief, the shots were considered…
March 8, 2018
Idaho Moms Demand Action, Everytown, Denounce House State Affairs Committee Passage Of Dangerous ‘Stand Your Ground’ Legislation
SB 1313 Would Let People Shoot to Kill in Public Even if There Is a Clear and Safe Alternative BOISE, Idaho – The Idaho chapter of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, part of Everytown for Gun Safety,…
March 8, 2018
Everytown, Moms Demand Action Applaud Sens. Blumenthal and Graham for Introducing Bipartisan Red Flag Legislation
Reports Indicate There Were Warning Signs Before Parkland Shooter Killed 17 People and Wounded More Than a Dozen Red Flag Laws Can Save Lives by Creating a Way for Family Members and…
March 8, 2018
‘Gunshine State’ No More: Defeat for the NRA in Florida as Gun Safety Bill Moves to Governor
Yesterday, the Florida legislature did something historic. Days before the legislative session was set to expire, the legislature sent gun violence prevention legislation to the governor’s desk. Among other things, the bill establishes a Red Flag…
March 8, 2018
Minnesota Moms Demand Action, Everytown Thank Governor Dayton for Backing Background Check and Red Flag Proposals
ST. PAUL, Minn. — The Minnesota chapter of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, part of Everytown for Gun Safety, today thanked Governor Mark Dayton for saying state lawmakers should strengthen state gun laws,…
March 8, 2018
Florida Moms Demand Action, Everytown Commend House Passage of Gun Violence Prevention Legislation
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Florida chapter of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, part of Everytown for Gun Safety, today commended members of the House for passing gun violence prevention legislation in the wake of the tragic school…
March 7, 2018
Everytown for Gun Safety and Moms Demand Action Applaud the Cast of Modern Family for Video Supporting “March for Our Lives”
Video Supports Student-Led “March for Our Lives” Movement and Encourages Americans to Join March for Our Lives Events in Washington, D.C., and Across the Country on March 24th NEW YORK – Everytown for Gun Safety and Moms Demand Action for…
March 6, 2018
New York Moms Demand Action, Everytown Applaud State Assembly Passage of Extreme Risk Protection Order Legislation
Assembly Bill 8976 Would Empower Families and Law Enforcement to Petition Courts to Temporarily Suspend a Person’s Access to Firearms If They Are a Danger to Themselves or Others NEW YORK – The New York chapter of Moms Demand Action…
March 6, 2018
Washington Moms Demand Action, Everytown Applaud Governor Inslee for Signing Legislation to Ban Bump Stocks
Senate Bill 5992 Will Prohibit Bump Stocks From Being Manufactured, Sold, or Possessed in Washington SEATTLE – The Washington chapter of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, part of Everytown for Gun Safety, today applauded Governor Jay Inslee…
March 6, 2018
Wyoming Moms Demand Action, Everytown, Urge Senate Agricultural Committee to Reject Dangerous “Stand Your Ground” Legislation
HB 168 Would Let People Shoot to Kill in Public Even if There Is a Clear and Safe Alternative CHEYENNE, Wyo. – The Wyoming chapter of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense, part of Everytown for Gun Safety, today released…
March 6, 2018
‘March For Our Lives’ Sibling Marches to be Held Across the U.S. and Globally
More Than 400 ‘Sibling Marches’ Already Planned Across All 50 States and Many Cities Outside the U.S. in Support of ‘March for Our Lives’ Movement on March 24; Numbers Expected to Grow Everytown for Gun Safety Providing Grants and Resources…
March 5, 2018
ICYMI: New Sen. Wyden Letter Asks NRA to Answer More Questions About Possible Financial Ties to Russia
In case you missed it, today Sen. Ron Wyden (D-OR) sent a new letter to the NRA’s general counsel, asking the NRA to clearly answer questions about the “possibility that Russian actors funneled foreign funds into…
March 5, 2018
Everytown, Moms Demand Action Applaud Sens. Pat Toomey and Chris Coons for Introducing Legislation That Would Notify Law Enforcement When Criminals Try to Purchase Guns
The NICS Denial Notification Act Would Strengthen the Background Check System by Giving Law Enforcement More Tools to Keep Guns Away From People Who Are Not Allowed to Have Them This Legislation is Also Co-Sponsored by Sens. Marco Rubio (R-FL),…
March 5, 2018
Kansas Moms Demand Action, Everytown Respond After Senate Panel Advances Two Gun-Related Bills
TOPEKA, Kan. – The Kansas chapter of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, part of Everytown for Gun Safety, today issued the following response after the Kansas Senate Committee on Federal and State Affairs advanced House Bill 2145…
March 4, 2018
What to Watch for at the Oscars: Celebrities Wearing Orange Pins for Gun Violence Prevention
Tonight while watching the Oscars, you may notice influencers wearing orange flag pins or orange ribbons. These orange pins and ribbons are worn in honor of the 96 Americans who are killed every day by gun violence and the hundreds…
March 2, 2018
As Governors Join States for Gun Safety Coalition, Now is the Time to Pass State Red Flag Legislation
Last Thursday, New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Rhode Island announced the formation of a “States for Gun Safety” coalition. The goal of the coalition is to share information across state borders that would allow states…
March 2, 2018
Everytown For Gun Safety Announces $2.5 Million Grant Program to Support March for Our Lives “Sibling Marches” Around the Country
Led by Our Nation’s Youth, Americans to Rally in D.C. and Local Communities and ‘March for Our Lives’ on March 24; They Will Demand Lawmakers Pass Common-Sense Gun Safety Legislation in the Wake of the Deadliest School Shooting Since Sandy…
March 2, 2018
ICYMI: NRA Trying to Sway Lawmakers Against Public Support for Gun Safety Measures in Wake of Parkland Shooting
In case you missed it, just one day after President Trump hosted a roundtable discussion with bipartisan members of Congress in which he expressed support for many common-sense gun safety measures, the NRA’s chief lobbyist, Chris…
March 2, 2018
Utah Moms Demand Action, Everytown Denounce “Stand Your Ground” Legislation and Urge Senate to Vote No
HB 129 Would Let People Shoot to Kill in Public Even if There is a Clear and Safe Alternative SALT LAKE CITY – The Utah chapter of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, part…
March 2, 2018
Everytown Statement on NPR Report That Uncovers Depth of Ties Between NRA and Top Putin Ally Attracting FBI Scrutiny
NPR: Top Putin Ally and Lifetime NRA Member Cultivated Ties with NRA for Years to “Leverage Those Connections and Gain Access Deeper Into American Politics” NEW YORK – Everytown for Gun Safety today released the following…
Did you know
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.
Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund, “Gun Violence and COVID-19 in 2020: A Year of Colliding Crises,” May 7, 2021, https://everytownresearch.org/report/gun-violence-and-covid-19-in-2020-a-year-of-colliding-crises/.
