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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. |
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The MPPGV has commissioned the Lansing based survey research firm EPIC-MRA to conduct periodic polls of Michigan Voters in order to determine the public's view on pending Concealed Carry Legislation and/or on other gun violence related issues. To view the results of these polls, follow the links below: 2000 Poll - Voter attitudes about a broad variety of gun violence prevention strategies. 1999 Poll - Voter attitudes to pending legislation to liberalize Concealed Carry. 1998 Poll - Voter attitudes to pending legislation to liberalize Concealed Carry. |
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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 Neal appeared in the Lansing State Journal. For the complete text of the article, follow this link. |
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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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