Industry, Lawmakers Meet in D.C.
 CONGRESSIONAL FLY-IN RECAP . . . The National Shooting Sports Foundation hosted its annual Congressional "Fly-In" for executives from industry companies last week. The nearly 40-member delegation heard from congressional leaders and also held private meetings with more than 30 legislators, including Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.), Sen. David Vitter (R-La.) and senior staff from Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell's office. During the fly-in, many issues affecting industry were discussed, including safeguarding the rights of sportsmen to continue to use traditional ammunition, which anti-hunting groups are trying to ban; improving the ability of U.S. manufacturers and distributors to compete in an increasingly global economy while maintaining national security by modernizing the U.S. export control system that currently impedes business; and seeking a comprehensive federal study of firearms microstamping -- a flawed and unreliable concept being promoted by gun-control groups. Participants also sought additional funding for the NSSF's ongoing Don't Lie for the Other Guy dealer and consumer education program. "This was a tremendous opportunity for industry leaders to express their concerns and extend their thanks to lawmakers," said NSSF President and CEO Steve Sanetti. "Demonstrating a deft command of the issues, participants clearly identified those actions that needed to happen in order to keep America's firearms and ammunition industry financially sound in an ever-changing global marketplace." The 2012 NSSF Congressional Fly-In has been scheduled for April 18-20.
Read a complete recap from last week's fly-in.
Industry News
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 NSSF LAUNCHES NEW MEMBERSHIP CAMPAIGN . . . With a record high of more than 6,500 members, NSSF isn't taking success for granted. It's launching a new membership campaign to build its ranks further and give industry an even stronger voice on issues vital to its future. With a headline of "Together, Our Voice Is Strong," NSSF's new membership multi-channel campaign ad hopes to attract manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, shooting range operators, media representatives and nonprofit organizations to join and enjoy the benefits of membership. "It's important for NSSF to have the largest, most diverse membership possible so that our industry has the most influence possible," said Bettyjane Swann, NSSF's director of membership services. "For over 50 years, NSSF has been and still is a respected organization because its membership includes all segments of the firearms industry." Learn more about the new campaign.
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 SAAMI'S KEN GREEN TO RETIRE . . . For more than 16 years, Ken Green has led the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers' Institute's technical efforts as technical advisor and director of technical affairs. SAAMI has announced that Green will be retiring, along with his wife, Susan, who has assisted him over the years. Said Rick Patterson, SAAMI managing director, "The role of technical advisor requires the technical knowledge and attention to detail of a top-notch engineer, great management skills, the social skills of a diplomat and a working knowledge of law thrown in for good measure. Ken has excelled in this difficult role and will be missed. We thank Ken and Susan for their tremendous contributions to SAAMI and SAAMI member companies and wish them nothing but the best in their retirement." Green will continue to work with SAAMI in a consulting capacity while it works to fill the technical advisor position and on special projects as needed.
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OUTDOOR CHANNEL PROMOTES CONROY-GALLEY TO EXECUTIVE VP . . . Outdoor Channel announced the promotion of Denise Conroy-Galley to executive vice president, marketing and research from senior vice president. Since joining the network in 2004, Conroy-Galley, has led all marketing and research activities for Outdoor Channel, including branding, consumer marketing, ad sales marketing, on-air promotions, creative services, public relations, strategic partnerships and research.
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CABELA'S EXPANDS IN CANADA . . . After opening the Winnipeg, Manitoba, store and the upcoming Edmonton, Alberta, store, Cabela's Inc. (NYSE:CAB) recently announced the planned opening of its third Canadian store in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, and expects to hire more than 100 people for the store. Read more from Zacks Investment Research.
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AMMO TO ZIPPERS . . . Industry companies interested in having their products that are made for women field tested by women can take advantage of the new DIVA-WOW (Women Outdoors Worldwide) Field Research and Development Team. "I think this is a huge need in the industry," said DIVA-WOW founder Judy Rhodes, who has been quoted recently in several media stories about more women becoming hunters and target shooters. A team of 12 DIVAs from around the country has been assembled to serve as field testers and reviewers. To have products field tested or reviewed, contact Judy Rhodes at txd1va@sbcglobal.net.
SHOT Show
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 SHOT SHOW MEDIA DAY AT THE RANGE GETS KEY PARTNER IN NSSF . . . NSSF has made a three-year commitment to become the title sponsor of SHOT Show Media Day at the Range. The annual event, held the day before SHOT Show, has become one of the largest gatherings of media in the industry. It gives industry media the opportunity to handle, shoot and review new products and services from more than 75 leading manufacturers, nonprofit and conservation groups. "This event has a long history of value to those who participate and is a natural fit for NSSF as owner of the SHOT Show," said Chris Dolnack, NSSF senior vice president and chief marketing officer. Read more from the SHOT Show Blog.
Government Relations
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1099 REPEAL LEGISLATION MOVES TO PRESIDENT'S DESK . . . The "Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act," H.R. 4, legislation long trumpeted by NSSF, has passed out of the U.S. Senate by a vote of 87-12 without amendment. It now moves to the president's desk for signature. NSSF fully supports repealing the 1099 reporting requirement because it will help protect firearms retailers and gun owners who would otherwise be forced to provide 1099 forms to vendors from whom they buy goods totaling $600 or more annually. NSSF is calling on President Obama, who has expressed his support for repealing this onerous IRS reporting requirement, to sign H.R. 4 into law immediately.
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MICROSTAMPING THREAT BACK IN NEW YORK . . . Anti-gun legislators from New York City have once again introduced firearms microstamping legislation (A. 1157, Assembly Codes Committee). "This is an extraordinarily dangerous bill," said NSSF Senior Vice President and General Counsel Lawrence G. Keane. "As legislation that would mandate microstamping not only threatens law-abiding gun owners but our industry's ability to supply the nation's law enforcement officers and military with high-quality firearms, we encourage all citizens of New York to contact members of the Codes Committee and their assemblyman today and urge them to oppose A. 1157, firearms microstamping." Learn more about microstamping by viewing the NSSF Microstamping Fact Sheet.
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UPDATES FROM NICS . . . The FBI's National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) has provided NSSF with several updates on issues including new Permanent Resident Cards, the NICS toll-free number to show on caller ID, NICS E-Check digital certificate expiration date, information of keeping FFL contact information up to date and NICS call center representatives seeking status validation. Read all of these updates.
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SAF SUES BLOOMBERG . . . The Second Amendment Foundation last week filed a lawsuit against New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, the City of New York and New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman over the city's excessively high handgun permit fee. New York City charges $340 every three years for a license that typically would cost about $10 elsewhere. Joining SAF as plaintiffs in the case, which was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, are the New York State Rifle & Pistol Association and five city residents. Read Dave Workman's column to learn more.
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WOLF DEVELOPMENTS . . . The compromise federal budget measure approved by Congress last Friday included a legislative proposal by Rep. Mike Simpson (R-Idaho) and Sen. Jon Tester (D-Mont.) that would lift Endangered Species Act protection for gray wolves in Idaho and Montana, "bringing relief," reports the N.Y. Times, "to hunters, ranchers and wildlife officials who have warned that wolves are preying on livestock and causing serious declines in big-game herds." Also last week, a federal judge in Montana rejected a proposed settlement between the federal government and environmental groups that would have delisted gray wolves in Idaho and Montana but left protection in Wyoming and in other states. Read more.
News of Note
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 SPRING RANGE REPORT NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE . . . The latest issue of The Range Report is available for viewing online. Feature stories cover innovations and options in professional-grade clay-bird throwers, tips for successful signage, ways to make inter-range cooperation pay off and how to attract turkey hunters to the range.
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RHODE NOMINATED TO COMPETE IN 5TH CONSECUTIVE OLYMPIC GAMES . . . Four-time Olympic medalist Kim Rhode (El Monte, Calif.) has qualified for a nomination to the 2012 U.S. Olympic Team pending approval by the United States Olympic Committee, USA Shooting announced. Upon approval, Rhode will be competing in her fifth consecutive Olympic Games and chasing the record books as the first American Olympian to achieve five medals (in an individual event) in five Olympics. Rhode is the first American nominated to the London 2012 U.S. Olympic team.
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SCHERER WINS GOLD, QUOTA SPOT AT WORLD CUP KOREA . . . In a near-perfect performance, Sarah Scherer of Fort Worth, Texas, claimed the gold medal in Women's 10m Air Rifle at the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup Korea. Tied at 398 in qualification points with Poland's Agnieska Nagay, Scherer shot 103.5 points in the final round to clinch first and a quota for Women's 10m Air Rifle at the 2012 Olympic Games. Read more about Scherer's victory. Get complete scores, see pictures and learn of upcoming events at the ISSF website. Finally, watch Scherer's interview with the ISSF on ISSF's YouTube Channel.
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