This is a MAJOR victory, John — and if we can do it in Maryland, we can achieve the same success across the country.
This week, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signed SEVEN gun safety bills into law that will expand safe gun storage requirements, improve gun tracing, restrict where firearms can be openly carried in public, and more! These bills will prevent gun homicide, suicide, and school shootings, protect Maryland communities, and help save countless lives — and they couldn’t be more important right now. Gun violence has impacted our communities at an astounding rate this year — there have been more mass shootings than days in 2023. Seeing this unprecedented challenge, Brady Maryland and concerned residents across the state took action, working with partners to engage grassroots advocates, drive calls to elected officials, and provide testimony to uplift the stories of gun violence survivors.
And the significance of these victories cannot be understated, John. It shows that even when Congress is completely gridlocked thanks to NRA-backed politicians, we can overcome inaction and make real, meaningful progress on the state and local levels. And we’re not stopping here. As we speak, Brady is tirelessly working in Illinois, Washington State, Minnesota, Delaware, California, and Pennsylvania to advance life-saving solutions to end this epidemic.
The bottom line is that we refuse to let the NRA and its allies stall our progress — but we cannot do this work alone.
Brady is a survivor-led organization that has a long history of making progress on the state and local levels, and we rely on the support of dedicated grassroots activists like you. As we work to replicate our success in Maryland across the country, will you support Brady with a gift today? We rely on you to continue our work to prevent gun violence and save lives.
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Illinois Assault Weapon Bans Withstands Gun Industry Challenge in U.S. Supreme Court
“This case is an example of the gun industry undermining the knowledge and needs of all those residing in Illinois. By trying to stop this ban, the gun industry is once again putting profits over safety.
— Brady Chief Legal Officer Douglas Letter
GOOD NEWS: This week, the U.S. Supreme Court denied a gun industry request to halt a ban on assault weapons in Illinois and a ban on the commercial sale of assault weapons in the city of Naperville, IL. These laws, which are supported by the majority of Illinois residents, were passed in the aftermath of the deadly July 4 shooting in Highland Park, IL, when a gunman used an assault weapon to kill seven and injure nearly 50 others, including children.
While the gun industry’s deadly agenda continues to put profits over people, states and cities should have the right to protect their residents from the devastation of these weapons of war. Brady’s legal team represents the city of Naperville, and we are behind the entire state of Illinois in their efforts to protect public safety and save lives from these deadly weapons.
But we know this fight is not over. With the gun industry being denied a request for an emergency injunction from the Supreme Court, the gun industry’s case will now head back to the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals. We know it will be an uphill battle, but you can count on Brady to keep pursuing justice for Illinois and its residents. Please join us in learning more about our legal efforts. |
Congratulations Team ENOUGH Graduates!
Team ENOUGH, our youth-led initiative, has multiple leaders and activists graduating from college and high school this month. Over the years, they’ve dedicated their time — on and off school campuses — to advance our life-saving mission to prevent gun violence and save lives. And we couldn’t be prouder of them. Equipped with knowledge, determination, and (don’t forget their beautiful Team ENOUGH stole), we know they’ll continue to achieve great things — including a future free from gun violence.
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(L/R) Brady Roland, graduate of Arvada West High School in Denver, CO, and Sophia Andrews, graduate of the American University in Washington, D.C. |
ASK (Asking Saves Kids) Day is June 21 — the first day of summer, marking a time when kids typically spend more time at the homes of friends and family. Parents ask all types of questions before their children visit other homes. ASK Day is when we remind parents, guardians, and caretakers to add one more question, “Is there an unlocked gun in your home where my child will play?”
Every year thousands of kids are injured or killed as a result of family fire, or a shooting involving an improperly stored or misused gun found in the home. That’s why we’re calling on supporters like you to recognize ASK Day by asking about safe gun storage in your community. Use our toolkit to find easy ways to start the conversation!
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2023 Surge in Mass Shootings Inspires New Wave of Activists to Fight, Washington Post
Supreme Court Rejects Challenge to Illinois Assault Weapons Ban, NBC
Supreme Court Lets Illinois Keep Ban on Sale of Some Semiautomatic Guns for Now, Associated Press
Lombardo Vetoes Gun Control Bills; ‘Will Not Support’ Infringing on Nevadans’ Rights, Pahrump Valley Times
Harrowing Gun Control Campaign Sees Veteran Face an Uncomfortable Truth, Little Black Book
Background Checks, Safe Storage, Ending Family Fire, and Key Notes Surrounding Gun Violence Prevention and Reduction Strategies with Kris Brown, President of Brady, Girl & the Gov Podcast
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