The Second Amendment Foundation, National Rifle Association, and Firearms Policy Coalition filed a lawsuit challenging New York's law banning Glock and Glock-style handguns. The law makes selling or transferring these firearms a felony punishable by up to seven years in prison, claiming the cruciform trigger bar makes them convertible to machineguns.
Gearfire has launched GPOS, a cloud-based point of sale system designed for independent firearms, archery, and outdoor sports retailers. Starting at $149 per month, GPOS offers same-day setup, built-in ATF compliance through FastBound integration, and access to a Master Product Catalog of over 150,000 items.
CCW Safe announced Steve Blackford as Vice President of Marketing and Ecommerce. Blackford brings 13 years of experience from LifeLock, where he helped build identity theft protection into a household name. He will lead brand strategy, demand generation, and member acquisition for the self-defense legal services company.
GrabAGun Digital Holdings Inc. announced that Co-Founder and CFO Justin Hilty will retire effective August 14, 2026, after 15 years leading finance. Jonathan Terry, a veteran public company finance executive with 25+ years of experience including roles at YETI and RetailMeNot, has been appointed as the new Chief Financial Officer.
Celerant Technology and Slingit announced a new integration to help FFL dealers streamline used firearm sales. The partnership allows dealers to quickly appraise, list, and sell used firearms across Celerant's eCommerce platform and GunBroker, reducing manual data entry and accelerating inventory turnover.
Walk the Talk America featured domestic violence survivor Kelly Sutliff's experience regaining firearm ownership after legal battles, with Bersa USA donating a handgun to replace one she lost. The conversation examined extreme risk protection orders, mental health evaluations, and how firearm manufacturers can support survivors.
CCW Safe, founded by retired Oklahoma City police officers Mike Darter and Stan Campbell and attorney Kyle Sweet, marks its 15th anniversary as a national leader in self-defense legal protection. The company recently acquired the Armed Citizens' Legal Defense Network and launched the Certified Partner Program at SHOT Show 2025, expanding coverage to 47 states with partnerships including the California Rifle & Pistol Association.
The Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) filed a petition for writ of certiorari with the U.S. Supreme Court in Defense Distributed v. Attorney General of New Jersey, challenging the state's prohibition on publishing computer files for 3D printing firearms. SAF Executive Director Adam Kraut and founder Alan M. Gottlieb argue that computer code is protected First Amendment speech, no different from gunsmithing textbooks.
NSSF and Project ChildSafe partnered with Little Rock Police Department, Little Rock Fire Department, and Pulaski County Sheriff's Office to launch Project ChildSafe Little Rock, distributing 1,000 free gun locks to promote secure firearm storage and prevent accidents, thefts, and suicide.
The 41st annual Gun Rights Policy Conference (GRPC) will feature keynote speaker Judge Roger T. Benitez and Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon, along with speakers including Brandon Herrera, ATF Director Robert Cekada, and ATF Chief Counsel Robert Leider. Co-hosted by the Second Amendment Foundation and Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms, GRPC 2026 is scheduled for September 25-27 in Dallas.
The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers' Institute (SAAMI) is urging industry professionals to register for the 2026 SAAMI Ballistics Conference scheduled for September 15-17 in Baltimore. Critical registration deadlines include August 24 for international attendees, August 25 for hotel reservations, and August 28 for online registration.
Real Avid announces support for National Shooting Sports Month through its Range Ready educational platform featuring world champion shooter Doug Koenig. The initiative provides instructional content to help shooters develop safe practices and build confidence for the upcoming hunting season.
SLG2, Inc. brings its Shoot Like A Girl experience to Bass Pro Shops in Rapid City on August 15-16 during the 86th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. The free event features a mobile range with firearm simulators, archery activities, and demonstrations from outdoor industry brands including Black Rifle Coffee.
European American Armory (EAA) emphasizes its commitment to dealer and distributor partnerships while introducing the Girsan Witness2311 XXX Series, a revolutionary double-stack 1911 platform for concealed carry. EAA is actively recruiting dealer and distribution partners at upcoming industry shows.
The Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) submitted formal comment letters to the ATF on multiple proposed rules, with Executive Director Adam Kraut and Director of Legal Research Kostas Moros urging modernization of regulations to better respect Second Amendment rights, gun-owner privacy, and interstate firearm travel.
U.S. District Court Judge James Wesley Hendrix ruled in Jensen v. ATF that the National Firearms Act lacks constitutional basis after Congress eliminated transfer taxes for regulated firearms. The Firearms Policy Coalition-backed lawsuit, representing plaintiffs including Hot Shots Custom LLC and the Texas State Rifle Association, achieved a major victory challenging NFA regulations on suppressors and short-barreled firearms.
A federal court ruled that challenged NFA provisions are unconstitutional as applied to untaxed firearms in Silencer Shop Foundation v. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. SilencerCo, a named commercial plaintiff represented by Wiley Rein LLP, celebrates this landmark decision affecting silencers, short-barreled rifles, short-barreled shotguns, and any other weapons, representing a significant first step toward broader suppressor reform.
NSSF, ATF, and DOJ launched the 26th annual "Don't Lie for the Other Guy" campaign in Indianapolis through early September to educate the public about federal penalties for illegal firearm purchases, including up to 15 years in prison and $250,000 in fines. The campaign includes 18 billboards, 140+ transit displays, 1,300+ radio spots, and targeted digital impressions across the region.
Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) filed a motion for preliminary injunction in Renna v. Bonta challenging California's cruciform trigger bar ban affecting Glock and similar pistols. The lawsuit, supported by FPC, San Diego County Gun Owners PAC, Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms, Second Amendment Foundation, and National Rifle Association of America, seeks to prevent enforcement of the state's handgun restrictions.
Walk the Talk America partnered with B.O.S. Lock on a July 29 content shoot in Florida to produce educational videos on responsible firearm storage and mental health. The collaboration developed realistic scenarios featuring B.O.S. Lock's Fusion biometric safety device to help firearm owners make informed storage decisions while maintaining authorized access.