Government Relations

The NSSF Government Relations team advocates for measures on behalf of and works in defense of the firearm and ammunition industry at all levels and before all branches of government. We determine threats or benefits to the industry, develop strategies to address those activities and act through lobbying, grassroots advocacy and public affairs efforts.

NSSF PAC Year In Review

See what the NSSF has accomplished in the 2020 election cycle as we look to build on our track record of working to elect more pro-industry, pro-hunting and shooting sports allies to join us in Washington, D.C.

Once Again for Gun Controllers in the Back: It’s the Criminals

Firearm and Ammo Industry Pays Record $300M for Conservation in Q1

Gun Control Group Repeats President Biden’s War Threats Against Gun Owners

National Shooting Sports Month® Celebrated by Most Diverse Gun-Owning Community Ever

Winchester Ammunition Study Shows Target Shooters, Hunters Choose MSRs

View All News

Policy Fact Sheets and Backgrounders

View All

Economic Impact

The economic growth America’s firearm and ammunition industry has experienced over the years has been nothing short of remarkable.

Learn More

Legislative Action Center

Learn more about proposed legislation that we are monitoring that affects your rights and our industry.

Take Action Now

Social Community

@NSSF

Severe weather and weather disasters have become all too common — and all too often businesses aren’t prepared to r… t.co/ilhVEcxLxV

@NSSF

After the Bruen decision, which struck down "may issue" concealed carry laws, applications to the Maryland state po… t.co/aeFJYyQyca

One Industry. One Voice. One PAC.

The NSSF Political Action Committee (PAC) supports pro-industry, pro-Second Amendment and pro-sportsmen candidates, regardless of party.

Find Out More

FixNICS

A background check is only as good as the records in the database. We’re working to improve the quality of that data.

Sunday Hunting

Despite recent victories, more needs to be done to remove antiquated restrictions on Sunday hunting.

Don't Lie For the Other Guy

We help firearm retailers identify and deter illegal straw purchases and raise public awareness that straw purchasing is a serious crime.

#GUNVOTE

The #GUNVOTE voter education site assists eligible voters with registering and with evaluating candidates’ positions on Second Amendment issues.

Learn More