Buckeye Firearms Association

NSSF study: Firearm economic impact up 379% since 2008

6:00am Friday, April 11, 2025

The total economic impact of the firearm and ammunition industry in the United States increased from $19.1 billion in 2008 to $91.7 billion in 2024 — a 379% increase, according to a new report by NSSF.

DOJ announces formation of 2nd Amendment Task Force

6:00am Thursday, April 10, 2025

Attorney General Pamela Bondi on April 9 announced the creation of a 2nd Amendment Task Force at the Department of Justice.

DOJ, ATF repeal FFL inspection policy, begin review of 2 final rules

6:00am Wednesday, April 09, 2025

The U.S. Department of Justice and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives on April 7 announced the repeal of the Enhanced Regulatory Enforcement Policy and the review of final rule 2021R-08F, related to stabilizing braces, and final rule 2022R-17F, related to the definition of “engaging in the business” of firearms dealing.

Paper: Do armed civilians stop active shooters more effectively than uniformed police?

by John R. Lott Jr. and Carlisle E. Moody

6:00am Tuesday, April 08, 2025

Since 2000, the FBI has tracked active shooting cases, an event where an individual actively attempts to kill people in a public place, excluding shootings tied to robberies or gang violence. In this first-of-its kind study, our findings show that armed citizens are significantly more effective than uniformed police at stopping potential mass shootings.

60 days in, how is AG Pam Bondi doing on 2A?

by Tred Law

6:00am Monday, April 07, 2025

It’s been roughly 60 days since Pamela Bondi stepped up as attorney general under President Trump, and the pro-gun community is talking.

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House, Senate bills would ban state excise taxes on guns, ammo, parts

1:00pm Friday, April 04, 2025

Last week, U.S. Sen. Jim Risch (R-Idaho) and U.S. Reps. Darrell Issa (R-California) and Richard Hudson (R-North Carolina) reintroduced the Freedom from Unfair Gun Taxes Act (S.1169 and H.R.2442, respectively).

Ohio's 2025 spring turkey season draws near

6:00am Friday, April 04, 2025

Ohio's 2025 spring wild turkey season for youths is Saturday and Sunday, April 12 and 13. The regular seasons are divided into two zones: the south zone, which begins Saturday, April 19, and the northeast zone (Ashtabula, Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, and Trumbull counties), which opens Saturday, May 3.

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Registration ends April 10 for CMP Smallbore Postal match

6:00am Thursday, April 03, 2025

Those wanting to compete in a rifle competition nationally without having to travel have until April 10 to register for the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) Smallbore Postal match. The match is an opportunity for juniors and adults to test their skills, build marksmanship experience, and compete for recognition — shooting from their local range.