GRNC Alert 3/12/21: Supporting pro-liberty NC legislation

 

PUSHING BACK ON THE ASSAULT

ON FREEDOM 

FROM THE ANTI-LIBERTY LEFT
 
 

Despite the incessant assault on our civil rights from the anti-liberty leftists and their allies in Bloomberg’s anti-freedom lobby, we ARE fighting back. 
 
You can and should be part of our push-back. We want you to call and support our pro-liberty legislation. Your calls and email REALLY count against the efforts of the Leftists who are vigorously opposing these pro-freedom Bills:
 
First up, the 2nd Amendment Protection Act. HB 134:
HB 134 for concealed carry in religious institutions which sponsor schools passed the Judiciary IV Committee yesterday, with Reps. Jeffrey McNeely (R-Iredell), Keith Kidwell (R-Beaufort, Craven) and Jay Adams (R-Catawba)  speaking eloquently in defense of the bill. Vocal opponents of allowing congregations to defend themselves against violent sociopaths included Reps. Mary Belk (D-Mecklenburg) and Brandon Lofton (D-Mecklenburg). GRNC president Paul Valone addressed the committee to express GRNC’s strong support for the bill, noting that it would deter violent sociopaths from increasingly common attacks on religious institutions. The bill today passed the Second and Third readings. The Senate passed an identical bill in S43, meaning that it could soon head for Governor Roy Cooper’s desk.

Additionally, HB49, sponsored by Reps. Cleveland, Warren, Adams, and Clampitt eases the burden of renewing concealed handgun permits.  This bill passed the House Rules Committee and headed to the House floor, where it passed in a vote of 79 to 41.
 
HOUSE BILL 200 
This is an act to remove the requirement to renew concealed handgun permits.
Sponsors: Representatives Adams, Bumgardner, Hanig, and Willis (Primary Sponsors)
  
A Pro-freedom bill to establish Constitutional Carry HB 197:
This bill sponsored by Reps. Kidwell, Hanig, Goodwin, and Setzer is Constitutional Carry and preserves your right to bear arms, whether openly or concealed, into the NC Constitution.  This would effectively remove the requirement for a concealed carry permit in order for a citizen in good standing to be able to protect him or herself.
 
HOUSE BILL 254
Const. Amend./Concealed Carry.
Representatives Pittman and Kidwell (Primary Sponsors). 
This is an act to equalize open carry and concealed carry of defensive weapons by removing the prohibition of concealed carry and to uphold the right to keep and bear arms for self-defense.

Second Amendment Preservation Act. HB189 
Sponsors: Representatives Kidwell, Hanig, Goodwin, and Adams (Primary Sponsors).
Prohibits the enforcement of certain federal firearms regulations:
Taxes, levies or fees imposed on firearms, firearm accessories, or ammunition
Registration or tracking of firearms, firearm accessories, or ammunition
Acts forbidding the possession, ownership, use, or transfer of a firearm or ammunition
Acts ordering the confiscation of firearms
 
Kudos to the sponsoring Representatives for these bills for protecting our Second Amendment rights and our God-given right to self-defense!  Please contact your Representative and urge them to support these important bills!
 

IMMEDIATE ACTION REQUIRED!

 
 
 

  • Use the email list below to tell legislators to support this legislation: Use the text below under “Deliver this Message”.  If your legislator happens to be one of the sponsors of one of these bills, make sure to thank them for protecting your rights!
 
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CONTACT INFO


Larry.Yarborough@ncleg.gov; Steve.Tyson@ncleg.gov; Jimmy.Dixon@ncleg.gov; Howard.Hunter@ncleg.gov;  Matthew.Winslow@ncleg.gov; Kandie.Smith@ncleg.gov; Brian.Farkas@ncleg.gov; John.Bell@ncleg.gov; Allison.Dahle@ncleg.gov; Chris.Humphrey@ncleg.gov; Pat.McElraft@ncleg.gov; Phil.Shepard@ncleg.gov; Carson.Smith@ncleg.gov; Frank.Iler@ncleg.gov; Deb.Butler@ncleg.gov; Charles.Miller@ncleg.gov; Ted.Davis@ncleg.gov; Raymond.Smith@ncleg.gov; William.Brisson@ncleg.gov; Shelly.Willingham@ncleg.gov; Linda.Cooper-Suggs@ncleg.gov; James.Gailliard@ncleg.gov; Donna.White@ncleg.gov; Michael.Wray@ncleg.gov; Larry.Strickland@ncleg.gov; Vernetta.Alston@ncleg.gov; Marcia.Morey@ncleg.gov

Zack.Hawkins@ncleg.gov; Terry.Garrison@ncleg.gov; Rosa.Gill@ncleg.gov; Grier.Martin@ncleg.gov; Terence.Everitt@ncleg.gov; Julie.vonHaefen@ncleg.gov; Erin.Pare@ncleg.gov; Abe.Jones@ncleg.gov; James.Roberson@ncleg.gov; Joe.John@ncleg.gov; Gale.Adcock@ncleg.gov; Marvin.Lucas@ncleg.gov; Diane.Wheatley@ncleg.gov; William.Richardson@ncleg.gov; John.Szoka@ncleg.gov; Brenden.Jones@ncleg.gov; Charles.Graham@ncleg.gov; Garland.Pierce@ncleg.gov; Cynthia.Ball@ncleg.gov; Graig.Meyer@ncleg.gov; John.Sauls@ncleg.gov; Jamie.Boles@ncleg.gov; Howard.Penny@ncleg.gov; Robert.Reives@ncleg.gov; Mark.Brody@ncleg.gov; Verla.Insko@ncleg.gov; Ashton.Clemmons@ncleg.gov; Amos.Quick@ncleg.gov; Jon.Hardister@ncleg.gov; Cecil.Brockman@ncleg.gov

Pricey.Harrison@ncleg.gov; John.Faircloth@ncleg.gov; Ricky.Hurtado@ncleg.gov; Dennis.Riddell@ncleg.gov; Ben.Moss@ncleg.gov; Wayne.Sasser@ncleg.gov; David.Willis@ncleg.gov; Dean.Arp@ncleg.gov; Pat.Hurley@ncleg.gov; Evelyn.Terry@ncleg.gov; Amber.Baker@ncleg.gov; Lee.Zachary@ncleg.gov; Jeff.Zenger@ncleg.gov; Donny.Lambeth@ncleg.gov;  Julia.Howard@ncleg.gov; Allen.McNeill@ncleg.gov;  Sam.Watford@ncleg.gov; Larry.Potts@ncleg.gov; Kristin.Baker@ncleg.gov;  Dudley.Greene@ncleg.gov; Hugh.Blackwell@ncleg.gov; Destin.Hall@ncleg.gov;Mary.Belk@ncleg.gov; Sarah.Stevens@ncleg.gov

Kyle.Hall@ncleg.gov; Terry.Brown@ncleg.gov; Ray.Pickett@ncleg.gov; Jeffrey.Elmore@ncleg.gov; Grey.Mills@ncleg.gov;   John.Bradford@ncleg.gov; Nasif.Majeed@ncleg.gov; John.Autry@ncleg.gov; Carolyn.Logan@ncleg.gov; Becky.Carney@ncleg.gov; Rachel.Hunt@ncleg.gov; Brandon.Lofton@ncleg.gov; Wesley.Harris@ncleg.gov; Carla.Cunningham@ncleg.gov; Kelly.Alexander@ncleg.gov; John.Torbett@ncleg.gov; Dana.Bumgardner@ncleg.gov; Kelly.Hastings@ncleg.gov; Tim.Moore@ncleg.gov; David.Rogers@ncleg.gov; Jake.Johnson@ncleg.gov; Susan.Fisher@ncleg.gov; John.Ager@ncleg.gov; Brian.Turner@ncleg.gov; Tim.Moffitt@ncleg.gov; Mark.Pless@ncleg.gov;  Karl.Gillespie@ncleg.gov

 

DELIVER THIS MESSAGE
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Suggested Subject: “Support pro-liberty legislation”  

 

Dear Legislator:

I’m writing to you today to encourage you to support the following pro-freedom bills currently under consideration. 

The 2nd Amendment Protection Act. HB 134 will enhance the common sense safety of worshippers as well as protect the safety of first responders.  The Concealed Carry Permit Lapse/Revise Law HB 49 will ease the burden of renewing concealed carry permits.  The Lifetime Concealed Handgun Permit HB 200 will remove the requirement to renew concealed carry permits every five years.

HB 197 and HB 254 establish Constitutional Carry in the state, greatly reforming safety and Civil Rights for all North Carolinians and allowing us to protect ourselves and our families from criminal violence.  HB 189 preserves the Second Amendment and prohibits the enforcement of certain unconstitutional federal regulations.

Furthering the cause of liberty and civil rights is always in the best interest of everyone, especially when it comes to our safety and security.

I will be monitoring your actions through Grass Roots North Carolina legislative alerts.
 
Respectfully,
 
 

GRNC Sponsors

 

Support these PRO RKBA merchants who, as GRNC sponsors, are supporting your Second Amendment rights:

 

Corporate Benefactors

 

Black Hawk International Security, LLC  6255 Town Centre Dr. #708, Clemmons, NC, 27012 Business Phone: (336) 714-3484, Owner David Leonard, https://www.blackhawkinternationalsecurity.com/


Blue Ridge Marksmanship can help you to gain a better understanding for your firearm. We help your gun handling abilities improve and we teach you ‘a way’ to shoot. There are millions of ways to fire a gun and hit a target, we will help you find the best one for you, not hammer you into ‘the way’ to shoot. http://blueridgemarksmanship.com/

 

C & E Gun Shows, 4225 Fortress Drive, Blacksburg, VA 24060; Phone 540-953-0016 or 888-715-0606; http://www.cegunshows.com/

 

Carolina Firearms Forum, http://carolinafirearmsforum.com

 

Carolina GunRunners, Whether you are a first time buyer or a shooting enthusiast, Carolina Gunrunners is the “go to Place” to fulfill your firearms needs. We offer quality products, quick turnaround and excellent customer service, all within a family friendly environment. https://carolinagunrunners.com/

 

Carolina Sporting Arms, The Carolinas’ destination for quality firearms and exceptional customer service for over 20 years. We specialize in firearms and firearms-related products with unmatched expertise to help both beginners and experienced shooters find the right products to meet their needs. Charlotte’s only Five-Star indoor range! – www.csaguns.com

 

DD Media, 8300 Raintree Lane, Charlotte, NC 28277, ph: 704-650-5555, fx: 704-544-0326 donna@doubledme.com

 

Dixie Deer Classic, www.dixiedeerclassic.org

 

Dixie Gun and Knife Shows, PO Box 21049, Raleigh, NC 27619, ph: 919-781-1287, www.dixiegunandknifeshow.com/

 

Dr. Dan’s Freedom Forum is a call to arms for those American Patriots who, in the tradition of our founding fathers, will stand up now to defend The Constitution and the Liberties that it guarantees to each citizen, to each of us. https://drdansfreedomforum.com/

 

Greensboro Gun and Knife Show, P.O. Box 98, Stokesdale, NC 27357, ph: 336-643-1717, http://greensborogunshow.com

 

Hyatt Gun Shop, 3332 Wilkinson Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28208, 704-394-0387, www.hyattguns.com

 
MK Shows, Mike Kent, PO Box 685, Monroe, GA 30655, Mike@MKShows.com, Phone: 770-630-7296, http://MKShows.com
 
NC Ordinance Over 2,400 finest reproduction US & Foreign grips and butt plates,Bill Harvey/Owner,PO Box 3254,(252) 237-2440 https://gungrip.com/
 
 
Triangle Shooting Academy, the largest indoor shooting range in the Carolinas, is dedicated to become the leader in responsible firearm ownership, training and proficiency. Visit us online or in person to view our range, retail, café and training classrooms. 919-802.2040, TriangleShootingAcademy.com
 
 

Corporate Patrons

 
 

Down South Ammo, Home of “SOUTHERN THUNDER” Exploding Targets, http://downsouthammo.com/

 
Reedy Creek Realty, 1818 Medfield Road, Raleigh, NC 27607, 1-877-428-SOLD(7653), NRA / CHP Instructor & Realtor serving the Triangle area, Free Firearm With Home Sale or Purchase!, http://www.ReedyCreekRealty.com
 
 
Take Aim Training, Outdoor Rifle, Handgun, Shotgun, and Archery Range located in the heart of the Carolinas. We offer Concealed carry, hunter education, and many other courses. NC & SC firearms sales and transfers. Listen to the Take Aim Training Show or online www.wixe1190.com Thursdays 4-5PM. – www.takeaimtraining.com

 
The Aisle Pawn Shop, 216 N. Main St., Mooresville, NC 28115, 704-663-5656
 
Corporate Sponsors
 
Brain Lube Online, interesting gun-related links, and more. www.BrainLubeOnline.com
 
 
Concealed Carry Academy – Concealed carry permit course. We teach for NC, FL, TN, VA and other states. Instructors are law enforcement/military. State Certified. Hands-on, personal attention, all ages especially seniors. Call: 828-356-5454 or visit www.wecancarry.com – “The most recommended course”. Individual and Group rates. Will travel.
 
 
Duncan Gun & Pawn, 414 Second St., North Wilkesboro, NC 28659, 336-667-6303, www.duncangun.com
 
 
Ed’s Gun Shop, 5560 US 1 Hwy, Vass, NC 28394. 910-692-7936 (Phone) 910-692-4867 (Fax) https://www.edsgunshop.com/
 
 
Shooter’s Express, 2 Caldwell Dr., Belmont, NC 28012, 800-358-GUNS, www.shootersexpress.com
 
 
TacticalGearOps, http://tacticalgearops.com – sales@tacticalgearops.com – (888) 285-2649
 
 
The Range at Ballantyne, 704-896-3155, 10913 Bailey Road, Cornelius, NC, www.therangeatballantyne.com
 
 
The Range at Lake Norman, 704-896-3155, www.therangeatlakenorman.com
 
Vanguard Security Consulting, LLC, 19135 W. Catawba Ave, Cornelius, NC 28031

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