ATF Finalizes Rule To Expand Background Checks
Today, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) finalized a rule requiring a large number of unlicensed gun dealers to become licensed and, in turn, conduct background checks on buyers.
Action For Allen
Almost a year has passed since the mass shooting at a mall in Allen, Texas. Eight people were murdered, and at least seven more were injured. This can’t be acceptable.
Releasing Our Interim Advocacy Toolkit!
As we gear up for the upcoming legislative session, we’re excited to equip you with the tools you need to advocate effectively for gun violence prevention in Texas.
The Tragic Shooting at Lakewood Church
This past Sunday, a woman brought her seven year old child and an AR-15 to Lakewood Church in Houston, a congregation attended by 45,000 people each week. The woman opened fire in the church. She was killed, and her child was critically wounded. Read more…
February Newsletter: Honoring Black History Month
As we step into February, we celebrate Black History Month and the immeasurable contributions of Black advocates in the movement to end gun violence. Read more…
White House Launches Safe Gun Storage Initiative
We’re thrilled to share that the White House has taken a monumental step towards promoting safe gun storage nationwide with the launch of new executive actions.
Texas Gun Sense responds to the DOJ’s Uvalde Response Report
Austin, TX —Today, the DOJ released a report detailing the systemic failures and lack of police response that resulted in the murder of 21 students and educators at Robb Elementary. These horrific details are compounded by the inexcusable absence of action during the 88th legislative session.
Our Impact Together in 2023
As we enter 2024, we will continue to empower networks of advocates, expand youth advocacy, and promote measures to alleviate the disproportionate impact of gun tragedies.
December Newsletter: Building Momentum
Last week proved once again why our commitment to ending gun violence is so critical: A gunman murdered six people and injured three in a string of horrific Central Texas shootings, while an individual with a dangerous history was seen pacing outside of Austin schools armed with a rifle.
Texas Gun Sense responds to string of Central Texas shootings
This week, 6 people were killed and 3 were injured in a string of shootings that took place in Austin and San Antonio, perpetrated by a single gunman who killed his parents before shooting others.
“We cannot allow the public to become numb to the daily crisis of gun violence in our state,” says Nicole Golden, Executive Director of Texas Gun Sense.