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Assault Weapons Ban Full House on HR1808

July 26, 2022 by BCSCL Staff

Second Amendment  Supporter

The House Judiciary Committee has ADVANCED a ban on so-called “assault weapons” for a full floor vote in Pelosi’s House. HR-1808   The more Representatives who vote against it in the House, the greater the chances this bill quickly DIES in the Senate… 

But if this bill gets strong bipartisan support in the House, Mitch McConnell and John Cornyn could give it serious consideration in the Senate.

That’s why I’m urging you to tell your representative to VOTE NO on HR-1808, banning some of the most commonly owned firearms in America. 

Please add your name to our pre-written letter to Congress to STOP the ban on so-called “assault weapons.”  

Add your Name

Pelosi’s House has been holding televised, emotion-fueled hearings to instill fear in the American people and justify their crackdown on commonly-owned firearms.  We shouldn’t be surprised to learn that a bunch of people who use the term “assault weapons” turn out to know virtually nothing about guns. 

Rep. Cicilline, the congressman who called the Constitution “bulls**t,” claimed that a stabilizing brace is a bump stock that turns a gun into a machine gun.  Rep. McBath doubled down on Cicilline’s absurdity. She stated that gun owners with disabilities like to claim that a stabilizing brace helps provide them with stability, but that they actually want to use the brace to turn their firearm into a machine gun! 

And Rep. Hank Johnson – the congressman who once thought an island could capsize in the ocean if too many people stood on it – said that we can’t take “assault weapons” away from government bureaucrats, because bureaucrats need those weapons to protect themselves from “misfits.” 

In other words: government leeches have a right to defend themselves, but you’re on your own, Robert. 

YOUR God-given right to defend yourself is being decided by a bunch of taxpayer-funded politicians who have private security forces and know virtually NOTHING about guns. 

The Supreme Court’s recent Bruen decision reaffirmed that the right to keep and bear arms is not limited to those weapons that were only available in 1791.  Just as we have First Amendment protected speech on computers and cell phones, even though neither of those were around during the ratification of the Bill of Rights, we have a constitutionally protected right to keep and bear modern-day sporting rifles. 

But unless we take action, a new “assault weapons” ban could make it through the House and Senate, and land on Joe Biden’s desk. 

That’s why we urgently need your help alerting the House to VOTE NO on HR-1808

The fewer votes this “assault weapons” ban gets in the House, the easier it will be to DEFEAT it in the Senate. 

In Liberty,

Erich Pratt 
Senior Vice President
Gun Owners of America

Filed Under: Firearm Owners Against Crime, Legislation, NRA 2nd Amendment News

A CALL TO ACTION, PA HB979 Strengthening Preemption PASSES the Senate. 

January 27, 2022 by BCSCL Staff

A CALL TO ACTION, PA HB979 Strengthening Preemption PASSES the Senate. 

CONTACT GOVERNOR WOLF AND URGE HIM TO SIGN HB979 INTO LAW!

Last night, the Pennsylvania Senate passed HB979 (32 YEAS 17 NAYS). This legislation was first introduced in the House by Rep. Matt Dowling. We would like to thank all of the Representatives and Senators that have upheld the Constitution and recognized that Elected Officials should be held accountable if they violate Article 1 Section 21 of the PA Constitution and Title 18 Section 6120. We also would like to congratulate all the dedicated FOAC Members, gun owners, and concerned Citizens that contacted their Reps and Senators urging them to support this legislation. Although we view this as a victory, our work is not done.

We need everyone to Contact the Governor’s office and urge him to sign this legislation into law when it hits his desk. One important point to make, when communicating with Gov. Wolf, is that HB979 was not passed simply on “party” lines.

Democrats and Independents support this legislation!

Democratic Senators, Lisa Bascola, James Brewster, and Marty Flynn voted YEA for HB979. So did Independent Senator John Yudichak. As a matter of fact, Democratic Senator James Brewster joined others and stood up on the floor of the Senate and spoke out in support of this legislation.

Democratic Representatives, Frank Burns, Scott Conklin, Anthony DeLuca, Patrick Harkins, Anita Kulik, Mark Longietti, Brandon Markosek, Robert Matzie, Robert Merski, Gerald Mullery, Christopher Sainato, and Pam Snyder all voted YEA for HB979.

See the votes for yourself.

Senate Roll Call HB979 (32/17)

House Roll Call HB979 (124/79)

Contact Governor Wolf TODAY! Email, Call, and fax if you can. Even throw a letter in the mail!

Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf

Contact him via phone: 717-787-2500

Contact him via fax: 717-772-8284

Send him a letter with a stamp on it: 508 Main Capitol Bldg. Harrisburg, PA 17120

Contact him via his website contact form

Liberty should not be exclusive to any one party!

We are grateful that our Republican Representatives and Senators stood strong for Liberty in supporting this legislation; ALL Republicans EXCEPT Representative Todd Stephens. Rep. Stephens voted against HB979 AND in December of 2021, he voted against Constitutional Carry. It would seem that Rep. Todd Stephens likely believes that Government should CONTROL who can protect themselves, and that local elected officials should be able to operate above the law and not be held accountable if they violate the Rights and Liberties of Pennsylvanians.

Unlike Rep. Stephens, I know that YOU agree with those that voted YEA for HB979 and value Liberty! If you believe that if an elected official should be held accountable if they violates the Citizens Right to defend themselves and those that they love, then contact the Governor TODAY and urge him to sign HB979 Strengthening Preemption.

Yours In Liberty!

Klint Macro

2nd VP FOAC-ILLEA

klint@foac-illea.org

www.foac-illea.org

Filed Under: Firearm Owners Against Crime, NRA 2nd Amendment News, Second Admendment

Constitutional Carry SB 565 Passed Call governor Wolf to have him sign the bill.

December 1, 2021 by BCSCL Staff

In 2011, FOAC pioneered the writing and introduction of Constitutional Carry to the Pennsylvania legislature (as we have done with many bills) with the intent of making Pennsylvania a more constitutionally free and safer society! One of our board members, Rep. Aaron Bernstine, introduced Constitutional Carry in the House of Representatives last session and this session (HB 659) and was joined this session by Sen. Cris Dush (SB 565).

As I’m sure you know, SB 565 passed the Pennsylvania Senate and House of Representatives, in bipartisan fashion in both bodies. To see how your legislators voted, check out the links below:

House Vote on Final Passage: (11/16/2021)

  • https://www.legis.state.pa.us/CFDOCS/Legis/RC/Public/rc_view_action2.cfm?sess_yr=2021&sess_ind=0&rc_body=H&rc_nbr=624

Senate Vote on Final Passage: (11/9/2021)

  • https://www.legis.state.pa.us/CFDOCS/Legis/RC/Public/rc_view_action2.cfm?sess_yr=2021&sess_ind=0&rc_body=S&rc_nbr=361

SB 565 was presented to the governor on November 22.

Now, just ‘one man’ stands between a safer society and the restoration of a freedom that was taken away from Pennsylvanians 90 years ago in 1931, JUST ONE MAN! The Gov. has three ways he can deal with this legislation; he can sign the legislation into law, he can ignore the legislation and after 10 days it becomes law, or he can veto the bill.

I’m NOT going to kid you, while the odds for this bill becoming law are against us, considering how the current Gov. favors the anti-gun groups and their wealth of lies against the lawful use of firearms and personal self-defense, that does not mean that we should stay silent and NOT exercise every legal option we have to put pressure on the governor for him to realize that every day Pennsylvanians are deeply in support of bringing this measure to Pennsylvania and that he represents ALL citizens. All of us know that you can’t win every battle but we are gauged by our willingness to fight to the last breath, tradition/reputation that Americans have throughout the world! So, if you haven’t communicated to the governor your support for this legislation yet, I strongly encourage you to use the contact info below to register your opinion and position:

Governor Tom Wolf:

Phone: (717) 787-2500      or (412) 565-5700

Fax: (717) 772-8284

508 Main Capitol Building Harrisburg, PA 17120

Website Contact Form: https://www.governor.pa.gov/contact/

Website: https://www.governor.pa.gov/

https://www.facebook.com/governorwolf

IF you would like draft responses to consider for your contacts to the Governor, click the link below that you can use to start your comments by copying and pasting into the Governor’s form:

P-SB-0565-Constitutional-Carry-Draft-LTEs-1-6.pdf

(*You can also use the drafts above to send into your local newspaper too, if you would like!)

The anti-gun groups and many Democrats continue to froth at the mouth about this becoming law, just like they were doing in 1988 with the License to Carry legislation then and with FOAC’s Castle Doctrine for 8 years. Their track record of lies and misinformation continues even though CeaseFire PA and Mom’s Demand Action have been shown, repeatedly, to be well-funded liars with all their dogmatic claims!

Our history is replete with examples of individuals taking a stand when it appeared hopeless such as the Texas fight at the Alamo amongst many others. In each case, history has shown how these courageous stands have led to ultimate victory and the fight over this legislation is just as important!

We are asking you to continue to honor our Founding Fathers and the historical tradition of ‘standing our ground’ to ensure that elected officials do the ‘right thing’. I get told all the time that politicians don’t ‘DO’ anything, well now the House and Senate have and it is time for US to shrug off all the excuses and apathy and stand up and be counted by telling Governor Wolf to recognize the duty he has to ALL the people of Pennsylvania.

For more information go to    www.foac-pac.org

 

Filed Under: Firearm Owners Against Crime, NRA 2nd Amendment News

2nd Amendment Rally June 8, 2020 Harrisburg Capitol Steps

June 7, 2020 by BCSCL Staff

You are invited to join the Second Amendment supporters who still plan to attend and STAND for our RIGHTS.

Join us Monday, June 8th at 10 AM on the Harrisburg Capitol steps.

“We the People” desire a peaceful assembly. There have been reports that agitators will try to disrupt this event to silence our right to free speech and assembly.

But, we are free men and will not be bullied by leftists and anarchists who are threatening us. We will demonstrate peacefully as is our right.

Speakers who will be in attendance (more may be added later) include:

Dr. Val Finnell, Pennsylvania Director for Gun Owners of America

Representative David Maloney (R-130), GOA “A+” rated candidate.

Rick Saccone, former Representative in the General Assembly and former Congressional candidate

Open and concealed carry is permitted because the rally is outside the Capitol building. As a reminder, you are required by law to have a License to Carry Firearms (LTCF) to carry openly or concealed during a state of emergency.

Come join us!

In liberty,

Dr. Val Finnell

Pennsylvania Director

Gun Owners of America

Filed Under: Firearm Owners Against Crime, NRA 2nd Amendment News, Second Admendment

All Out Assault On Your Second Amendment Rights

August 18, 2019 by BCSCL Staff

Guys and Gals, hate to say this, but we have some bad news for you!

In the wake of the latest mass murders in El Paso, Texas and Dayton, Ohio, the calls for more gun control have become deafening. It looks as if we’re likely going to end up with some kind of new and additional restrictions on our Right to Keep and Bear Arms, which is becoming less of a right and more of a government privilege. This is unless enough of us push back.

Here are titles of a number of recent articles that give a flavor of the debate:

  • Republican Congressman from Illinois, Adam Kinzinger:  Serious movement brewing to overturn the entire 2nd Amendment.  Article
  • Biden says he’s coming for assault weapons, as 2020 Dems urge new ban in wake of shootings.   Article
  • Judge Andrew Napolitano: Second Amendment bars many gun restrictions being proposed after mass shootings.  Article
  • Trump Pushes Universal Background Checks   Article

These are all on the federal level, which this communication will mainly concentrate on, but it’s just as bad on the state level.

THIS LINK  Opens a PDF that: Will help your understanding of the current push for more gun control and provide a number of pathways to communicate your opposition to additional restrictions on the 2nd Amendment.

  • First a letter from Kim Stolfer, President of Firearms Owners Against Crime with four quick and easy ways that you, as an American gun owner, can make your voice heard.
  • Next, Gun Owners of America provides more information and links to send prewritten letters to President Trump and other Republicans who are abandoning their duty to defend the Constitution.
  • The Lehigh Valley Tea Party’s petition to “Stop Red Flag Laws” adds Pennsylvania State law makers as recipients.
  • Next, a quick review of Saul Alinsky’s 8 steps to create a socialist society. When you read these you should recognize all of them slowly being put into place in the United States.
  • Finally, applications to join two organizations that are working their butts off to resist the loss of our freedom. They need your help.

Please step up to the plate, help to preserve our freedoms now and ensure they can be passed on to the next generation.

Filed Under: Carry Permit, Firearm Owners Against Crime, Firearm Training, Legislation, NRA, NRA 2nd Amendment News, Second Admendment

Firearms Owners Against Crime Gun Bash Saturday October 12th at the Washington County Fair Grounds.

July 3, 2019 by BCSCL Staff

Firearms Owners Against Crime is having its semiannual Gun Bash Saturday October 12th at the Washington County Fair Grounds.

 Doors open at 1 p.m. Starting at 2 p.m. one high quality gun will be raffled off every 15 minutes.

Check out the time and the guns going off on the main ticket, which is attached.

Additional gun tables available you can take additional chances on.

There were over 90 guns total, including table guns raffled off at the last bash.

Only 1,000 tickets will be sold!

Winners on the Main Entry Ticket need not be present and will be notified as applicable.

Winner must pass all required background checks. No alternate prize given.

Oh, you won’t believe the Great food, plus free beverages.

If you’re interested in purchasing a chance to win one of these fine firearms.

To order tickets by mail send a self-addressed stamped envelope to:

Craig Holdren – 316 Leopard Lane – Beaver, PA 15009

Include a check for $50.00 for each ticket and the name address, phone and email for each ticket.

Filed Under: Firearm Owners Against Crime

Firearms Owners Against Crime Semiannual Gun Bash Saturday March 16th at the Washington County Fair Grounds.

January 28, 2019 by BCSCL Staff

Doors open at 1 p.m. Starting at 2 p.m. one high quality gun will be raffled off every 15 minutes.

Check out the time and the guns going off on the main ticket, which is attached.

Additional gun tables will be available. You can take additional chances on these raffles.

There were over 90 total guns awarded at the last bash.

Only 1,000 tickets will be sold!

FOAC GUN BASH FLYER

Winners on the Main Entry Ticket will not need to be present and will be notified as per ticket information.

Winner must pass all required background checks. No alternate prize will be given.

Oh, you won’t believe the Great food and beverages, all included in the price of the ticket.

All of this helps Firearms Owners Against Crime defend the 2nd Amendment and your Right To Keep & Bear Arms. So have a great day, enjoy the great food and beverages, maybe even win a gun?, and help FOAC protect your Right to Keep and Bear Arms.

For tickets contact:

To order tickets by mail Please send a self-addressed stamped envelope to:

FOAC – P.O. Box 458 – Beaver, PA 15009

ch316@comcast.net

Include a check for $50.00 for each ticket made out to FOAC.

 But, don’t forget to include your contact information: Name / Address / Phone Number / Email Address

SORRY NO CREDIT CARDS
 

 

Filed Under: Events, Firearm Owners Against Crime, Gun Bash

Firearms Owners Against Crime Semiannual Gun Bash Saturday March 17th

February 1, 2018 by BCSCL Staff

Firearms Owners Against Crime is having it’s semiannual Gun Bash Saturday March 17th at the Washington County Fair Grounds.

 Doors open at 1 p.m. Starting at 2 p.m. one high quality gun will be raffled off every 15 minutes.

Check out the time and the guns going off on the main ticket, which is attached.

Additional gun tables available you can take additional chances on.

There were over 90 guns total, including table guns raffled off at the last bash.

Only 1,000 tickets will be sold!

Winners on the Main Entry Ticket need not be present and will be notified as applicable.

Winner must pass all required background checks. No alternate prize given.

Oh, you won’t believe the Great food, plus free beverages.

All of this helps Firearms Owners Against Crime defend the 2nd Amendment and your Right To Keep & Bear Arms. So have a great day, enjoy the great food and beverages, win a gun?, and help FOAC protect your Right to Keep and Bear Arms.

For tickets contact:

To order tickets by mail Please send a stamped self-addressed envelope to:

FOAC – P.O. Box 458 – Beaver, PA 15009

ch316@comcast.net

Include a check for $50.00 for each ticket made out to FOAC.

 But, don’t forget to include your contact information: Name / Address / Phone Number / Email Address
 
SORRY NO CREDIT CARDS
 

FOAC 2018 SPRING GUN BASH FLYER

 

Filed Under: Firearm Owners Against Crime, Gun Bash

Federal appeals court has ruled in favor of our rights and against government overreach.

August 2, 2017 by BCSCL Staff

Read the article at  Fox News Opinion

http://www.foxnews.com/opinion/2017/07/27/huge-week-for-guns-federal-circuit-court-has-done-what-supreme-court-would-not.html

 

Filed Under: Firearm Owners Against Crime, NRA

FOAC Gun Bash September 30th

August 2, 2017 by BCSCL Staff

Saturday September 30th at the Washington County Fair Grounds.

 Doors open at 1 p.m. Starting at 2 p.m. one high quality gun will be raffled off every 15 minutes.

Check out the time and the guns going off on the main ticket, which is attached.

Additional gun tables available you can take additional chances on.

There were over 108 guns total, including table guns raffled off at the last bash.

Only 1,000 tickets will be sold!

Winners on the Main Entry Ticket need not be present and will be notified as applicable.

Winner must pass all required background checks. No alternate prize given.

Oh, you won’t believe the Great food, plus free beverages.

All of this helps Firearms Owners Against Crime defend the 2nd Amendment and your Right To Keep & Bear Arms. So have a great day, enjoy the great food and beverages, win a gun?, and help FOAC beat back the gun grabbers.

For tickets contact:

To order tickets by mail Please send a stamped self-addressed envelope to:

Craig Holdren – 316 Leopard Lane – Beaver, PA 15009

ch316@comcast.net

Include a check for $50.00 for each ticket

FOAC Gun Bash Flyer

 

Filed Under: Firearm Owners Against Crime, NRA, NRA 2nd Amendment News, Raffle

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