All rights reserved. First published in Shotgun News, July 1998. The National Rifle Association has its web site, but so do the animal rights and anti-gun people. And newspapers, and legislatures.
Speed is critical in responding to ill-conceived legislative proposals.
Legislative Alerts are sent to clubs and individuals who make copies and post them at gun shops, fraternal group halls, and other suitable places. Everitt is adamant about using telecommunications. Often, only days are available. Printing and mailing would provide information too late. In April 1994, we learned onerous bills were being heard on April 7th.