Randy Luth, founder of Luth-AR and DPMS – Panther Arms, was elected to the NRA Board of Directors and NRA Executive Committee at the NRA Annual Meetings in Houston. Luth brings decades of AR parts and accessories industry experience to his new leadership roles.
The Double D Foundation announced a significant financial commitment from Patriot Mobile, America's only Christian conservative wireless provider, at the NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits in Houston. As a Corporate Partner, Patriot Mobile's support strengthens the Foundation's capacity to protect the Second Amendment and expand youth shooting sports participation.
Erich Pratt, Senior Vice President of Gun Owners of America, formally requested that the U.S. Department of Justice Office of the Inspector General investigate the ATF and DOJ's Civil Division for intentionally filing a GOA member's sensitive tax returns and National Firearms Act details on a public court docket in Silencer Shop Found. v. BATFE litigation.
Colt's Manufacturing Company has joined the Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) as a Gold-level corporate partner to support legal initiatives safeguarding constitutional rights. SAF Executive Director Adam Kraut praised Colt's commitment to ensuring Second Amendment freedoms through courtroom battles across the country.
Atrius Development Group has joined the Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) as a Gold-level corporate partner. The firearm accessory manufacturer, known for its Forced Reset Selector for AR-15 platforms, supports SAF's legal advocacy work defending Second Amendment rights.
The Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies has released 12 professionally produced videos to help agencies and conservation partners communicate about modern regulated trapping. Developed through a Multistate Conservation Grant, the series emphasizes the role of trapping in wildlife management, animal welfare advancements, and science-based conservation outcomes across North America.
Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) criticized the Trump Administration for continuing to defend the Biden ATF's "Frame or Receiver" rule after the Supreme Court upheld it, despite FPC providing alternative regulatory proposals to protect Second Amendment rights.
Vortex Optics has renewed its Gold-level corporate partnership with the Second Amendment Foundation (SAF). The Barneveld, Wisconsin-based optics company will continue donating products for SAF's sweepstakes and sponsoring the annual Gun Rights Policy Conference livestream.
Luth-AR founder Randy Luth has been elected to the National Rifle Association Board of Directors for a three-year term. Luth brings decades of industry experience from founding DPMS – Panther Arms and designing AR rifles and accessories since 1984.
Blackout Coffee has renewed its Silver-level corporate partnership with the Second Amendment Foundation (SAF). CEO John Santos emphasized the company's commitment to defending Second Amendment freedoms, while SAF Executive Director Adam Kraut praised Blackout Coffee's support through sponsorships and donations from their special SAF roast sales.
Firearms Policy Coalition launched the 2026 FPC State Freedom Index, a scorecard evaluating gun rights across all 50 states and Washington, D.C. Only Kansas and New Hampshire earned perfect scores, while FPC President Brandon Combs criticized Republican-led states like Florida, Ohio, and Nebraska for failing to fully protect Second Amendment rights.
Burris Optics announced its continued partnership with Rocky Mountain Heroes Foundation, supporting veterans and their families through hunting and fishing experiences. Founded by Brian L. "Sol" Soliday, the foundation provides therapeutic outdoor opportunities to help U.S. military veterans and active-duty service members reintegrate into civilian life.
Langdon Tactical Technology has joined the Second Amendment Foundation as a Silver-level corporate partner. The firearm customization company, led by President Aimee Langdon, partners with SAF to support Second Amendment rights and constitutional protections for responsible firearm ownership.
The National Rifle Association unveiled its new official NRA App, featuring digital membership cards, Second Amendment news from the NRA Institute for Legislative Action, digital magazines including American Rifleman and American Hunter, local event discovery, and exclusive member benefits. CEO Doug Hamlin emphasized the app represents the NRA's commitment to innovation and serving members in the digital age.
The Airgun Sporting Association announced a fundraising initiative with Pyramyd Air and Airgun Depot to raise $10,000 for the Student Air Rifle Program's tenth anniversary. The ASA will match customer contributions dollar-for-dollar up to $5,000, with support from industry partners including Umarex, Crosman, Daisy, and HatsonUSA.
The Brownells Foundation has joined The Double D Foundation's Corporate Partners Program as a Freedom Level supporter. Since its 2021 founding, The Double D Foundation has raised $4.7 million to support shooting sports participation through ammunition, targets, and financial assistance to hundreds of organizations and teams.
Gun Owners of America endorses Senator Mike Lee's National Constitutional Carry Act, which aims to restore the right to carry firearms nationwide without state permitting requirements. GOA Senior Vice President Erich Pratt stated the legislation would preempt unconstitutional state regulations on firearms, ammunition, and magazine sizes.
Bass Pro Shops donated $15,000 to the Council to Advance Hunting and the Shooting Sports to support R3 initiatives and strengthen national hunting and shooting sports participation. The contribution will expand educational resources and professional development across wildlife agencies and conservation stakeholders.
SLG2, Inc. released its 2024-2025 Annual Report highlighting significant growth across its three brands: Shoot Like A Girl, Safe LivinG, and Hunt Like A Girl. The report shows 5,655 signed-in guests and an estimated 17,000 people nationwide engaged with the firearms safety and shooting sports experiences, with 87% of Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's visitors making purchases.
The Council to Advance Hunting and the Shooting Sports (Council) is offering $5,000 student scholarship sponsorships to support emerging Recruitment, Retention, and Reactivation (R3) research and leadership professionals attending the National R3 Symposium. Sponsors receive logo recognition and direct engagement with scholars while helping build the future workforce for hunting, shooting sports, and conservation.