Second Amendment - Update from Congressman Hunter

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From: Linda Cady Sent: Wednesday, July 21, 2010 Subject: Second Amendment Update from Congressman Hunter

I'm pretty sure you got this, but just in case you didn't, here you go! L.C.

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From: Congressman Duncan Hunter <CA52DHima@mail.house.gov> Sent: Wed, July 14, 2010
Subject: Second Amendment Update from Congressman Hunter

Supreme Court Ruling Victory for Second Amendment On June 28, 2010, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of gun rights in the landmark case of McDonald v. City of Chicago.  Recognizing the major implications of the ruling for the legality of restrictive gun laws not only in Chicago, but also in other cities all across America, Congressman Hunter actively supported an amicus curiae (friend of the court) brief in 2009.  The brief was in support of upholding the Second Amendment as a fundamental individual right applicable to the states and local governments.   "As an outdoorsman and gun owner myself, I believe the rights of law-abiding citizens to defend themselves should be protected," said Hunter. "At long last, the Supreme Court has upheld the constitutional right to keep and bear arms for all Americans." The Supreme Court's decision requires a federal appeals court to reconsider their 2009 ruling upholding Chicago's handgun ban.  While the appeals court is not required to change their decision, it is highly expected they will.       Keep Public Access to Miramar Gun Range "Both the Marine Corps and the community stand to benefit from reopening the range, and I will continue making every effort to ensure it remains accessible to the public." - Rep. Hunter In the FY2011 Defense Authorization Act, Congressman Hunter was successful in offering an amendment that would require the Marine Corps to finish its environmental review of the gun range at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar no later than the end of this year.  The range was closed two years ago after lead shot was discovered beyond range boundaries. The amendment also requires the Marine Corps to consider reopening the range while the assessment is being conducted.  "San Diego area families have enjoyed recreational shooting and received quality firearm instruction at the Miramar shooting range," said Hunter.  "Its indefinite closure has denied these families and our Marines one of the few locations available for trap and skeet shooting, as well as recreational marksmanship."  The FY2011 Defense Authorization Act, which includes the amendment, is awaiting consideration by the Senate.     A strong supporter of 2nd Amendment rights, Congressman Hunter has cosponsored the following legislation: H.R.197 - Requires the states to recognize each others' carry permits; H.R. 1074 - Revises outdated restrictions on interstate firearm business, including restrictions on out-of-state purchases;  H.R. 2193 - Ensures the Department of Defense does not unnecessarily restrict ammunition shell casings sales; H.R. ___ - Permits bankruptcy debtors to exempt firearms used primarily for personal use from the claims of creditors.   Visit www.hunter.house.gov to sign up for Congressman Hunter's E-newsletter and other electronic updates

 

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