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Hunting Works for America Expands to Include Pennsylvania

NSSF is getting our message out that hunters spend money, and a lot of it! Hunting Works for America educates the public and sends a strong signal to others that hunters are key drivers to their livelihoods and -- a lot of the time -- the livelihood of their communities. Pennsylvania joins the growing program that already includes Arizona, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri and North Dakota. Read more.

Report Details Economic Impact of Hunting

Hunting in America: An Economic Force for Conservation notes that U.S. hunting-related spending grew by 55 percent in 2011, adding $87 billion to the nation's economy and supporting more than 680,000 jobs nationally. "The major growth in spending by hunters is good news for businesses throughout the country, particularly small businesses in rural areas," said NSSF President Steve Sanetti. The report provides information on more than 40 categories, including number of hunters, retail sales, taxes and jobs.

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Let Your Voice Be Heard, Contact Your Legislators

Severely restrictive gun-control legislation has been introduced throughout the country. Firearms owners are turning out by the thousands at state hearings, but just as important is letting your legislators know by letter or phone call that these proposed bills are unwarranted and an assault on your Second Amendment rights.

Call or write your federal and state legislators and urge them to protect your right to own and use the firearms of your choice for personal protection, target shooting and hunting.