The National Shooting Sports Foundation is a strong ally of Iowa Firearm’s Coalition. One of the many items they’ve fought alongside us for is the Firearms Industry Protection Act [HF621], An act establishing which actions may be brought against firearm, firearm accessory, and ammunition manufacturers, distributors, importers, trade associations, or dealers.
Another place you are sure to have heard of NSSF from is Shot Show. They are the owners and sponsors of Shot Show, the largest [S]hooting, [H]unting and [O]utdoor [T]radeshow. It is the largest event of it’s type and is restricted to members of the industry, good luck getting on the list. It’s the place to be if you’re looking to make a splash in the firearms, hunting, or tactical industry.
The NSSF has just published their 3rd video in the series of ‘Partner with a Payer’ highlighting longstanding conservation partnerships with industries, stage agencies, and USFWS. The video can be found below.
Along with the video, NSSF put out a well written article detailing what the ‘Partner with a Payer’ program is, which is linked below.
A short except from their article you can find below: NSSF participates in the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service’s “Partner with a Payer” initiative in order to strengthen ties between all excise tax-paying manufacturers—firearms and ammunition, archery equipment, marine and sportfishing equipment—and the state agencies that use these funds to conserve wildlife and habitats through the Wildlife and Sport Fish Restoration program of USFWS.
Since 1937 when the Federal Aid in Wildlife Restoration Act was enacted (today better known as the Pittman-Robertson Act), the manufacturers of firearms, ammunition and archery equipment have been part of a network consisting of sportsmen and women, state fish and wildlife agencies and USFWS to collect and distribute excise taxes—some $14 billion during this period—on their products for the benefit of wildlife conservation, hunter education and shooting ranges. Mentioning that 776 ranges have been either built or enhanced using these funds since 2014, Cliff Schleusner, Southwest Regional Manager, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service credits manufacturers as the cornerstone of this model.
The Iowa Firearms Coalition is proud to consider the National Shooting Sports Foundation a strong ally in the fight for freedom here in Iowa. For a list of victories for IFC to include bills we defeated please click Victories.
As always, if you would like to join the fight for liberty, consider becoming a member of IFC today. Membership
Congratulations to Cherokee County on becoming the 31st County to reaffirm that the right to keep and bear arms belongs to the citizens and shall not be infringed. Secondly, thank you to the Supervisors and Sheriff for putting the inalienable rights of your citizens before the beliefs of the current federal administration or any future government overreach. As we inch closer to Iowa having one third of the counties proclaiming their rights, we must reiterate that in order for this measure to pass there must be support for it within the community. There is a lot of leg work involved, and it takes a strong willed resident of the county to put 2A Sanctuary on the agenda and rally the support. For information regarding 2nd Amendment Sanctuary please click the link Here
IFC WELCOMES NEWS OF CHEROKEE COUNTY’S “SECOND AMENDMENT SANCTUARY” STATUS
The Cherokee County Board of Supervisors approved a resolution, unanimously, on Monday to make their community a Second Amendment Sanctuary County, the first county in Iowa to do so in 2022. With the move, they became the 31st county in Iowa to pass such a resolution in the past few months.
“2022 is off to a great start thanks to this important move by the Cherokee County Board of Supervisors,” said Dave Funk, IFC President. “Among our goals this legislative session in Iowa is to make all of Iowa a Second Amendment Sanctuary and this is yet another positive step forward in this effort.”
The IFC has been working with state and local elected officials to protect the right of Iowans to keep and bear arms in the wake of threats by some in Washington, D.C. to support actions which would infringe upon the Second Amendment.
Iowa’s Second Amendment Sanctuary Counties, so far, also include: Mitchell, Chickasaw, Pocahontas, Hardin, Carroll, Jasper, Cedar, Washington, Madison, Mills, Adams, Clarke, Humboldt, Kossuth, Ringgold, Buchanan, Van Buren, Winnebago, Decatur, Dallas, Guthrie, Benton, Page, Lucas, Taylor, Union, Hancock, Buena Vista, Pottawattamie and Wayne.
Be sure to make your way to the Iowa Capitol building on February 24th to join us for our annual 2nd Amendment Day. We’ve got a great line up of speakers and door prizes. We will announce the plans for the Iowa Legislature regarding the 2nd Amendment, be sure to follow us to also hear about a post event dinner. We look forward to seeing old friends and making new. For info on 2A Day click 2nd Amendment Day information.
As always, if you would like to donate or join the cause we could always use more loyal members and volunteers. To join our ranks follow this link Membership
Dillon Daughenbaugh – IFC Communications Director
The Iowa Firearms Coalition, an affiliate of the NRA, is a 501(c4) nonprofit and is Iowa’s only effective gun rights organization.
On Iowa’s 175th birthday, Pottawattamie County became the states 30th county to pass a resolution declaring itself a 2nd Amendment Sanctuary. Pott County joins a long list of counties who have recognized the freedom that is the right to bear arms. Our next two counties to keep an eye on are Cherokee and Montgomery, if you’re a resident of those counties or would like to see your county pass a similar resolution, feel free to reach out to us.
While Iowa Firearms Coalition is supporting this across the state, it takes residents of those respective counties to step up and lead the charge. We simply provide the information and social media support.
A bill has been introduced into the legislature to make all of Iowa a 2nd Amendment Sanctuary, we believe Governor Kim Reynolds supports this resolution, and with every county passing one it solidifies the support to make it happen at the state level. Lets keep the momentum rolling, get 2A Sanctuary on your Supervisors agenda today! For information on 2A Sanctuary click Here
IFC WELCOMES NEWS OF POTTAWATTAMIE COUNTY’S “SECOND AMENDMENT SANCTUARY” STATUS
The Pottawattamie County Board of Supervisors approved a resolution on Tuesday to make their community a Second Amendment Sanctuary County. With the move, they become the 30th county in less than six months to pass such a resolution.
“A major milestone in the pro-freedom movement has been met today with 30 percent of all of Iowa’s counties now declaring themselves to be Second Amendment Sanctuaries,” said Dave Funk, IFC President. “We would like to thank the Pottawattamie County Board of Supervisors for supporting the rights of those they serve. Moreover, we’re optimistic their vote serves as yet another signal to lawmakers in Des Moines that now is the time to act and declare the entire Hawkeye State a Second Amendment Sanctuary.”
The IFC has been working with state and local elected officials to protect the right of Iowans to keep and bear arms in the wake of threats by some in Washington, D.C. to support actions which would infringe upon the Second Amendment.
Iowa’s Second Amendment Sanctuary Counties, so far, also include: Mitchell, Chickasaw, Pocahontas, Hardin, Carroll, Jasper, Cedar, Washington, Madison, Mills, Adams, Clarke, Humboldt, Kossuth, Ringgold, Buchanan, Van Buren, Winnebago, Decatur, Dallas, Guthrie, Benton, Page, Lucas, Taylor, Union, Hancock, Buena Vista and Wayne.
The Iowa Firearms Coalition, an affiliate of the NRA, is a 501(c4) nonprofit and is Iowa’s only effective gun rights organization.
Iowa hunters have the opportunity to hunt deer in Allamakee, Appanoose, Decatur, Wayne and Winneshiek counties beginning Jan. 11, 2022, after the threshold was met to hold the January antlerless season.
For the January antlerless season to be held, eligible counties had to have at least 100 unsold resident antlerless deer tags on the third Monday of December.
Hunters may purchase licenses for the January antlerless season wherever licenses are sold beginning Dec. 20, and use shotguns, handguns, muzzleloaders, bows or rifles to harvest deer. All other deer hunting rules remain in effect. The season ends on Jan. 23, 2022.
Resident antlerless licenses available as of December 20
Hancock County, Iowa lives up to its name in becoming the twenty-eighth 2nd Amendment Sanctuary. Aptly named after John Hancock, an American Revolutionary and the first to sign the Declaration of Independence. By people contacting their Supervisors and asking them to pass the resolution, they are petitioning their government. One of the five freedoms protected under the 1st Amendment. Exercising your rights is the surest way to retain them.
We are nearing a third of the state becoming a 2nd Amendment Sanctuary, with that I have heard all of the arguments for and against the resolution. First I would like to state that I’m glad to hear so many people being involved in such an important issue. One of the common questions asked on both sides of the debate, is a 2nd Amendment Sanctuary Resolution symbolic?
To answer a question with a question, how about we ask is there weight in symbolism? I would have to admit there is a sense of symbolism with the resolution, to put it politely it is a strong statement of defiance. That we, in this county will not comply with unconstitutional restrictions regarding the 2nd Amendment. I would say there is most definitely weight in that statement. Another fine example in keeping with the theme is a quote from John Hancock after signing the Declaration of Independence with the largest signature, “There, I guess King George will be able to read that without his spectacles!” That’s some powerful symbolism.
Another question is “where are the teeth.” First off, with this resolution at the state or county level, we are denying federal government any and all resources should they try and force their unconstitutional will on us. As far as defining what the “teeth” are, well it’s going to come down to how badly you want to keep your rights and the lengths you’re willing to go to protect them. Some people learned what the “teeth” were back in April 19, 1775 after the shot heard round the world. Now I’m not saying we’re at the point of a revolutionary rebellion, only that we are at a point where we can and should add protections for Iowans right to keep and bear arms.
By passing the resolution, the county officials are reaffirming their oath to the Constitution and making it known that they will support and protect their constituents against all enemies foreign or domestic. We as citizens should reciprocate that back to our government officials, letting them know we have their backs. For Hancock County now is a good time to contact your Supervisors and thank them for standing up for our freedoms.
In closing I would like to congratulate and thank Hancock County on becoming a 2nd Amendment Sanctuary. It is our duty as Americans to be defiant against tyranny and to disobey unconstitutional laws.
Dillon Daughenbaugh – IFC Communications Director
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