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Federal Judge Rules California’s Ammunition Background Checks Violate Constitutional Right to Bear Arms

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SAN DIEGO – A federal judge in San Diego has ruled that California’s law requiring background checks for ammunition purchases is unconstitutional, as it violates the right to bear arms protected by the Second Amendment. U.S. District Judge Roger Benitez argued that the background checks have “no historical pedigree” and treat all citizens as if they have no right to buy ammunition. The judge, who was appointed by former President George W. Bush, also criticized California’s handling of the more than 1 million annual background checks, deeming the 11% rejection rate to be too high. … Read more

Senator Linda Holmes’s Groundbreaking ‘Bear Selfie’ Law Featured in National Geographic

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SPRINGFIELD, Illinois – State Senator Linda Holmes, known for her sponsored legislation on various topics, has gained significant media attention recently for her animal welfare bill. The bill, informally referred to as the “bear selfie” law, was featured in National Geographic, marking a new level of recognition for Holmes. Throughout her career, Holmes has been committed to advocating for laws that address the treatment and confinement of animals, both domestic and wild, with a particular focus on eliminating dangerous and unhealthy conditions. Her latest legislation, the Wild Animal Public Safety Act, targets roadside zoos and … Read more

Montana Wolf Trapping Season Opens Amidst Lawsuit Concerns for Grizzly Bear Safety

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HELENA, Montana – Wolf trapping season began on January 1 in several valleys across Montana, following a delay due to concerns for the safety of grizzly bears. Trappers in the Clearwater, Swan, and Blackfoot Valleys have already started setting snares and traps. The season was initially halted by a lawsuit filed by environmental groups, arguing that the traps inadvertently ensnare federally-protected grizzly bears. However, the lawsuit only resulted in a suspension of early-and-late season trapping, not a complete ban on trapping from January 1 to February 15. The controversy surrounding wolf trapping centers on the … Read more