NRA ILA

1. Arizona: Governor Hobbs Vetoes Three Pro-Gun Bills Passed by Legislature

   Despite strong support from the Arizona Legislature, Governor Katie Hobbs has vetoed Senate Bills 1014, 1020, and 1143, each of which sought to protect and enhance the rights of law-abiding gun owners in the Grand Canyon State.  

2. Texas: House Passes Legislation Protecting Firearm Privacy and Concealed Carry Rights

   On Tuesday May 13, the Texas House passed two pro-gun bills, House Bill 1403 and House Bill 1794. Both bills have been transmitted to the Senate and are awaiting committee assignments.     

3. Maine: Gun Bills Move Out of Committee and Head to the Floor

   On Thursday, May 15th, the Joint Standing Committee on Judiciary held several work sessions and voted on gun-related bills.

4. Rhode Island: Semi-Auto Ban Being Pushed in Both Chambers

   On Wednesday, May 14th, the Senate Judiciary Committee held a lengthy hearing on S.359, a sweeping semi-auto ban falsely dubbed an “assault weapons ban.” If passed, this legislation would ban scores of commonly owned rifles, handguns, and shotguns in the Ocean State.  

5. Missouri: Legislature Adjourns Sine Die from 2025 Session

   On Wednesday, May 14th, the Missouri State Legislature adjourned sine die two days early.