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Weapons
U.S. Senate Rejects Gun-Control Legislation
A federal gun-control law that would have expanded background checks to cover gun shows and online purchases failed to pass in the U.S. Senate today.
April 16, 2013
Photo via ATF.
Weapons
Senate Gun Deal Would Expand Background Checks
U.S. Senators reached an agreement that would expand background checks for firearm purchases to limit access to weapons for criminals and the mentally ill.
April 9, 2013
Fiream dealers use the Form 4473 for over the counter gun purchases. Photo via ATF.
Technology
Senators Urge Update of Privacy Laws for Police Drones
A budding commercial drone industry is poised to put mostly small, unmanned aircraft to countless uses, from monitoring crops to acting as lookouts for police SWAT teams.
March 19, 2013
Weapons
Democrats Drop Assault Weapons Ban
Senate Democrats have dropped a proposed assault weapons ban in hopes of garnering broader support for banning high-capacity magazines. Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) said she was disappointed.
March 18, 2013
Photo courtesy of Sen. Dianne Feinstein.
Weapons
Senate Committee Approves Assault Weapons Ban
The Senate Judiciary Committee on Thursday approved a renewed assault-weapons ban, advancing the measure to the Senate floor where it will face intense resistance from Republicans and other gun-rights supporters.
March 13, 2013
Photo via Sen. Dianne Feinstein.
Weapons
Video: Democrats Introduce Assault Weapons Ban
U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) has proposed the Assault Weapons Ban of 2013, which seeks to ban 157 specific semi-automatic firearms and magazines accepting more than 10 rounds.
January 23, 2013
News Dianne Feinstein
Training
Misguided Legislation
Disabled federal agents face severe and unwarranted reductions to their Federal Employees Compensation Act (FECA) benefits should Title III of S. 1789, the "21st Century Postal Service Act," become law.
January 22, 2013
Photo courtesy of Jon Adler.
Patrol
Federal Officer Safety Act Becomes Law
A federal law providing immunity for federal agents from local prosecution was signed into law by President Obama with the "fiscal cliff" deal on Wednesday.
January 4, 2013
Weapons
Gun Rights: Keep Up the Fight
The Newtown massacre could have as much effect on the firearms industry as 9/11 had on the airline industry. And it may result in the hasty passage of ill-conceived laws and onerous regulations that accomplish nothing but depriving law-abiding Americans of their rights.
December 20, 2012
Photo: Kelly Bracken
Patrol
House Passes Bill Honoring Park Ranger
The House of Representatives has passed a bill (H.R. 5788) that would name the post office in Eatonville, Wash., in honor of Park Ranger Margaret Anderson.
November 27, 2012
Patrol
The Congressional Badge of Bravery
Each year, thousands of law enforcement officers sustain injury during violent confrontations with dangerous criminals. It is important that Congress recognize the heroic performance and sacrifice of the brave men and women in law enforcement.
June 19, 2012
Weapons
House Committee Sets Contempt Vote for Holder
The House Oversight Committee will vote on whether to hold Attorney General Eric Holder in contempt for failing to turn over documents relating to the "Fast and Furious" gun operation.
June 10, 2012
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