PFSC’s 2007 Fall Convention

Firearms Committee

Holiday Inn East

Firearms committee:

Meeting called to order at 3 p.m. by Chairman Mike Protz

Mike turned the meeting over to Southwest Division Chair, Bud Floyd, who discussed crime related incidences, and the fact that guns were blamed even if a knife was used. He stated that prices on ammo are going up.

Southcentral district-absent

Denny Fillmore spoke on behalf of the Southern District. He has been hearing complaints about ranges being closed. Their Club has air rifle shoots that are getting high attendance. Denny reminded everyone that September 18th is National Hunting and Fishing day. He said some clubs are digging up used led shot and reusing it

Southeast-Hunsberger no report

Northwest Division representative, Harry Guy, stated his region is fighting attempts to ban firearms in municipality and parks. PFSC and the NRA have responded opposing the attempts.

John Hohenwarter, NRA State Liaison, wrote a letter to the governor concerning our constitutional rights. John and Melody continue to work with our legislature on firearms and 2^nd Amendment issues.

Northcentral Division representative, Allen Campbell, discussed the State Police and one gun per month.

Northeast-Tiffany no report

Central Division representative Rick Smith talked about shooting sports programs in schools.

NRA State Liaison, John Hohenwarter, asked to be called immediately if anyone hears anything against the preemption law. The Senate passed a bill this week trying to get UN out of our decision making process.

PFSC office has been busy. Discussed closing down the PIC system. John stated that Philadelphia’s crime problems are increasing. One reason for this increase is repeat offenders are being returned to the streets. There are three Bills to watch HB 21, HB 41, and HB 1740. A comment was made that the Governor should put his money where his mouth is, and provide adequate funding for law enforcement. Suggestion was made to the Black Caucus to support the Eddy Eagle program in schools.

Kim Stolfer thinks HB 641, Castle Doctrine, is a good bill and should be passed. Kim suggested everyone should complain to the Governor, Legislature and State Police about the PIC’s shutdown. He believes the statements they made where lies. We should replace the PIC system to the NIC system. NSSF took a survey, and found that 95% of Dealers were against the PIC system. If you are denied a gun purchase, you have 20 Days to challenge it. Support HB 1235, which would allow someone who is denied the right to own a firearm to appeal to the PSP within 30 days of denial. Jackie Shogun is an excellent choice for the Supreme Court.

Mike talked to Rod Cory, Republican Caucus. He wrote a letter to Abbington Heights School. Questions were asked why we can't change the PIC to NIC. HR 2640 will help the problem. Our Governor is also part of the problem.

Meeting Adjourned 5:05 PM

Respectfully Submitted

Joe Kleiner