BFA News

USSA/BFA 2008 Candidates Reception a complete success

By Linda Walker Recently, Buckeye Firearms Association had the privilege to co-sponsor a Candidates Reception with the US Sportsman Alliance (USSA). This is the third year that Buckeye Firearms has played a major role in this worthy event. This was the first year that the Ohio Republican and Democrat parties also joined as co-sponsors of the event, amongst other organizations. Candidates,...

BFA on hand as Gov. Ted Strickland signs bill expanding opportunities for mobility-impaired hunters

Buckeye Firearms Association volunteer Bob Harsanje recently attended the signing ceremony for Senate Bill 209, legislation which will, among other things, create mobility-impaired access lanes on various public hunting lands of the Ohio Division of Wildlife. The bill also will allow mobility impaired, licensed individuals to hunt from such lanes with a special permit via electric-powered all-...

Buckeye Firearms Association PAC strong and growing stronger

By Jim Irvine Buckeye Firearms Association filed our post-primary report with the Ohio Secretary of State recently. Thanks to you, we are bigger and stronger than we have ever been, and we are continuing to grow. Your support truly matters. This report covered the period from February 14 to April 4, 2008. During this time we received $10,490 in donations. Most of this was attributable to our Dave...

Buckeye CCW Cards a huge success in first year

A year ago, we came up with the idea of printing wallet cards with basic CCW rules and giving them to instructors around Ohio. We expected this to be a simple way to help instructors add value to their classes, educate CCW students, and introduce citizens to Buckeye Firearms Association. What we didn't expect was the overwhelming response to this idea. The program launched with little fanfare on...

Tactical Handgun Choices for the Organic Lifestyle - What Would Al Gore Pack?

By Ken Hanson Today's progressive lifestyles often run into an unavoidable conflict with the tactical warrior mindset. Specifically, how does one balance one-shot stopping power with the desire to leave a carbon-neutral footprint? In an effort to aid the eco-warrior in making environmentally friendly choices in carry gun and ammunition choices, this article will examine defending yourself and...

Download the Pro-CCW Sign and send a message to bad guys!

Are you getting tired of seeing only "no gun" signs around Ohio? They do nothing but create victim zones and tell criminals, "Hey, come on in! Everyone here is totally helpless!" Really bright, huh? Well, now there's an alternative sign created by one of our volunteers. This pro-CCW sign tells criminals that maybe they should move on. And it informs anyone entering the building that it's a much...

D.C. v. Heller Day: A Terrifying, Glorious 30 Minutes

The Supreme Court has heard the case. Buckeye Firearms Association LIVE blog published during oral arguments located at end of the following commentary...along with links to the written transcript and to archived audio of the entire hearing... By Ken Hanson, Esq. The historic day is finally here. The United States Supreme Court will hear testimony today on what is being called "the Roe v. Wade of...

Buckeye Firearms Assoc. Legislative Chair Ken Hanson offers House testimony on 'Castle Doctrine'

Buckeye Firearms Association Legislative Chair Ken Hanson delivered testimony Thursday before the House Criminal Justice Committee in support of 'Castle Doctrine' legislation currently receiving consideration in both the House and Senate. Following is the complete testimony delivered on behalf of Buckeye Firearms Association on HB264/SB184 .

Pages

Subscribe to our FREE Newsletter

Get weekly news and instant alerts on the latest laws and politics that affect your gun rights. Enjoy cutting-edge commentary. Be among the first to hear about gun raffles, firearms training, and special events. Read more.

We respect your privacy and your email address will be kept confidential.

Mission

Buckeye Firearms Association is a grassroots organization dedicated to defending and advancing the right of citizens to own and use firearms for all legal activities, including self-defense, hunting, competition, and recreation. Read more.

JOIN