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| In this space, we will try to keep you posted on the projects we are working on, and our most immediate concerns. Try our new Gun Violence News Page. This page contains relevant news articles from national wire services-- updated daily it is a great source of information and an easy way to stay on top of regional and national gun violence issues. The service is provided in conjunction with www.jointogether.org. |
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 The Lansing based survey research firm EPIC-MRA has completed a poll of Michigan Voters in order to determine the public's view on pending Concealed Carry Legislation. To View the results of these polls, follow the links below: |
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| A Paper commonly cited by "shall issue" supporters, written by John R. Lott, JR. and David B. Mustard, has been found to be a seriously flawed piece of research by the Johns Hopkins Center for Gun Policy and Research. A brief summary of their findings is available here. |
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| On March 15th, 1998 an opinion piece written by MPPGV board member Jim
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| The MPPGV has developed a policy paper discussing "shall issue" approaches to concealed carry legislation. Follow this link to Policy Perspective: "Shall Issue".
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| Child Access Prevention Laws: Questions and Answers Child Access Prevention: State Laws and Summaries
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| Legislation affecting the issue of concealed carry weapons permits was in the Michigan House this year. The specific bills are summarized here.
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| The Children's Gun Violence Prevention Act of 1998, sponsored by N.Y. Congresswoman Carolyn McCarthy (D, District 4) is summarized here.
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