February 09, 2012 · 16 Sh'vat

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Legislative Summary
Common sense gun control legislation has not passed since 1994 when the Brady Act mandated a five-day waiting period on most handgun purchases.
Jewish Values and Gun Control
Jewish tradition emphasizes the sanctity and primary value of human life.
Latest on Happenings in Your State (Campaign to Stop Gun Violence)
The Coalition to Stop Gun Violence (CSGV) seeks to secure freedom from gun violence through research, strategic engagement and effective policy advocacy.
Close the Gun Show Loophole!
The Gun Show Loophole Closing Act of 2009 (H.R. 2324) would require background checks by licensed dealers on all firearms purchases at gun shows.

For More Information

To learn more, contact RAC Legislative Assistant Noah Baron or visit the following websites:

Handgun Control
Chaired by Sarah Brady; up-to-date website with information about gun control efforts on the national and state levels.
(202) 898-0792

Coalition to Stop Gun Violence
A leading gun control organization; current and thorough website with news, statistics, and ratings of your elected representatives on gun control issues.
(202) 530-0340

Violence Policy Center
Leading think-tank on guns, gun manufacturing, gun control legislation, gun litigation, & more.
(202) 882-8200

Ceasefire
Up-to-date gun-related news and statistics, and information on Ceasefire's national gun education campaign.
(202) 429-1741

Firearms Litigation Clearinghouse
Detailed information on gun litigation, including seminars for potential plaintiffs and attorneys in anti-gun lawsuits.
(202) 530-0309

Hands Without Guns
A grass-roots gun-control organization "created for use by youth programs, schools, and community-based organizations."
(202) 530-5888

Million Mom March
Grassroots organization with state chapters that formed in wake of Million Mom March, dedicated to preventing gun death and injury and supporting victims and survivors of gun trauma.
(415) 821-8200

National Gun Policy Survey
The latest available survey data on Americans' attitudes towards gun control.


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Programs on Gun Control

Anti-Gun Violence Coalition

Series of events about gun violence in advance of a local NRA convention.

ASK: Asking Saves Kids

Initiative to educate community about issues of gun control, safety measures and awareness.

Interfaith Initiative Against Gun Violence

The synagogue worked with other inter-faith religious groups to educate and speak out about gun control.

 
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