Political Movements and Gun Control: Regulation and Advocacy

The Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence is a non-profit organization that advocates for stricter gun control measures, including universal background checks and bans on assault weapons.

In District of Columbia v. Heller (2008), the Supreme Court ruled that the Second Amendment protects an individual's right to keep and bear arms for traditionally lawful purposes, such as self-defense in the home.

The National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) Improvement Amendments Act of 2007 requires background checks for the sale of handguns and long guns at gun shows and over the internet.

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) is the federal agency responsible for enforcing gun control laws.

The National Rifle Association (NRA) is a non-profit organization that advocates for looser gun control measures, including the right to carry concealed weapons and the elimination of gun-free zones.

The Assault Weapons Ban of 1994 banned the sale and possession of certain types of assault weapons and high-capacity magazines.

Everytown for Gun Safety is a non-profit organization that advocates for a complete ban on the sale and possession of all firearms.

The Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act of 1993 requires gun dealers to conduct background checks on all prospective gun buyers.

Gun Owners of America (GOA) is a non-profit organization that advocates for the right to carry concealed weapons without a permit.

The Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act of 1993 prohibits the sale of handguns to individuals under the age of 21.

The National Rifle Association (NRA) is a non-profit organization that advocates for the right to own and use firearms for self-defense.

The Assault Weapons Ban of 1994 prohibited the sale of assault weapons and high-capacity magazines.

The National Rifle Association (NRA) is a non-profit organization that advocates for the right to own and use firearms for hunting and sport shooting.

The Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act of 1993 requires gun dealers to keep records of all firearm sales.

The National Rifle Association (NRA) is a non-profit organization that advocates for the right to own and use firearms for personal protection.