State Legislation

Washington Moms Demand Action and Students Demand Action volunteers advocated for—and won—historic police reform this legislative session

Thanks to the leadership of families impacted by police violence and organizations like the Washington Coalition for Police Accountability—and to the tireless advocacy of…

The Gun Lobby’s Dangerous Pursuit of Permitless Carry Across the Country Reaches Louisiana

Right now, people in Louisiana can carry a concealed handgun—but only if they receive a permit that requires a background check and safety…

Gun laws—good and bad—are changing in states across the country: Here’s what’s going into effect in July 2021

This year, state legislatures have been at the epicenter of major shifts in gun safety laws. States across the country are passing critical gun safety…