2021 Legislative Session Thread

[KellyinAvon]

As of right now: HB 1369 is not up for hearing on the 17th. This is a long session (budget year) so if it doesn't show up on the schedule by Monday there are another three Wednesdays (really four, but that cuts it awfully close) before the deadline on the committee reports and 2nd reading.

The Courts and Criminal Code Committee in the House doesn't have next week's schedule up yet. SB 199 (the pointing a firearm is not deadly force bill, only applies when there is a threat of unlawful force) may come up before 1369.

 

[goldtrigger]

Link has contact your Senator "click here to take action" button.​

Indiana: Lawful Carry Bill Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee​

House Bill 1369 has been referred to the Senate Judiciary Committee for further consideration. Please contact your state senator and ask them to SUPPORT HB 1369.

NRA-ILA | Indiana: Lawful Carry Bill Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee

House Bill 1369 has been referred to the Senate Judiciary Committee for further consideration.

www.nraila.org

I used this link. Very convenient. I hope everyone on INGO uses it.

 

[2A_Tom]

Getting better, but not good.
Poll

You can open it in an incognito tab an vote Democrat style.

 

[chipbennett]

Somebody remind me why we care about the results of some random internet poll on a ****ty local newspaper site?

(Edited. How did ****ty get past the filter?)

 

[2A_Tom]

Chust fer fun.

 

[foszoe]

Somebody remind me why we care about the results of some random internet poll on a ****ty local newspaper site?

(Edited. How did ****ty get past the filter?)

Probably accomplished more than threads on masks

 

[dudley0]

Getting better, but not good.
Poll

You can open it in an incognito tab an vote Democrat style.

I tried that and it booted me. Said I has to login or some such. Maybe I did it wrong.

Just tried again:

Private mode detected!
In order to read our site, please exit private/incognito mode
or login to continue.

 

[KLB]

It uses cookies. You could always clear them and try again

 

[2A_Tom]

I just hit it in cognito, no problem.

You voted: No
59.2% Yes
38.5% No
2.3% Not sure

 

[goldtrigger]

Just sent postcards to members of the judiciary committee, asking them to support the bill. Sent to my senator as well!

 

[actaeon277]

Somebody remind me why we care about the results of some random internet poll on a ****ty local newspaper site?

(Edited. How did ****ty get past the filter?)

because

 

[jwamplerusa]

I just sent a letter to J.D. Ford. Not sure how he got elected in my district, but I am stuck with him.

He managed to get elected because the district was restructured to run down the far west of Indianapolis. That, and the migration of the useful idiots to Zionsville and the surrounding areas.

 

[KellyinAvon]

Updated draft email/letter is below along with the link to the committee members. With the Senators it's copy/paste the email into your email opposed to how it works from the site on the House side. Feel free to copy/paste/edit/fix my English/send to friends and family and other 2A supporters.

http://iga.in.gov/legislative/2021/committees/judiciary_4200

Senator,

I am writing to urge your support of HB 1369, Firearms Matters. This bill was authored by Representative Ben Smaltz and co-authored by Representatives Lehman, Wesco, and Lucas. HB 1369 is sponsored by Senators Houchin, Messmer, Koch, Freeman, Garten and Tomes. This bill codifies the lawful carry of handguns, and comes at a time when the essential right of self-defense has never been more important.

There will soon be 18 States with permit-less/no license carry of handguns. Those who opposed such legislation predicted dire consequences, as they do for any bill remotely considered Pro-2nd Amendment and Pro-Article 1, Section 32 of the Indiana Constitution. Observation shows this is not the case, as does data from FBI Uniform Crime Reporting.

Over the past decade Indiana has passed a number of Pro-2nd Amendment and Pro-Article 1, Section 32 bills into law. These include: the law forbidding the prohibition of firearms stored in vehicles in employer’s parking lots (2010), the firearms law preemption statute (2011), and the strengthening of the language and due process protections under the “Laird Law” (2019). The dire consequences predicted by those who oppose any law that supports the Right to Keep and Bear Arms simply did not happen.

In 2019, no one saw the year 2020 coming. According to the National Shooting Sports Foundation: our country gained 8.4 million new gun-owners in 2020. Early on citizens saw shortages of basic supplies and other things never before seen in this country due to the COVID pandemic. Police Departments were being depleted due to COVID exposure and subsequent quarantines. Later riots broke out across the country amidst calls to “defund and reimagine” the Police. People who would’ve depended on calling 911 in 2019 came to a horrific revelation in 2020: “You are on your own, no one is coming.”

As Hamilton County Sheriff Dennis Quakenbush stated in testimony supporting HB 1369, “Calling 911 shouldn’t be Plan A for your self-defense.” The essential right of self-defense does not stop at the property line. I’m sure I can count on your support with this vital legislation.

Thank you,



Name

Address

Phone Number

Email

Bumpa da letter! Everything looks quiet as far as hearings this week.

 

[John58]

I am in support of ConC but I will believe it when it gets out of committee. Too many good bills have died there..

 

[d.kaufman]

After all my emails and phone calls I finally got 1 response from my reps. Response has nothing to do with my emails. Cant say as I'm surprised. Here's his response below

Dear Mx. Kaufman,

Thank you for contacting me to express your views on a legislative or policy issue.
I appreciate hearing from you, and I hope that you are healthy and safe.

As you may know, I was officially sworn in on January 3, 2021. I am currently in the process of hiring staff and finalizing my committee assignments. Be assured that I will continue to keep your views in mind as legislation is considered in the U.S. House of Representatives. As the 117th Congress proceeds, I would encourage you to remain in touch with me and my staff.

You should know that I am honored to represent Indiana’s First Congressional District in Washington, DC. I am firmly committed to representing all residents of Northwest Indiana, as well as doing my part to help heal the deep divisions in our politics.

Advocating for good-paying job opportunities for everyone, ensuring widespread access to the COVID-19 vaccine, and promoting mental and physical health and well-being are among my top priorities in Congress.

Additionally, I will fight for expanded and improved educational opportunities for all, as well as improved support structures for children to recognize and report abusive behaviors that may occur in their homes.

Further, as the Co-Chairman of the Congressional Steel Caucus, I will adamantly promote continued investments in our economic and transportation infrastructure, including the South Shore Rail Line, the use of American steel, and strong Buy America requirements and labor protections in all applicable legislation.
To stay up-to-date on my legislative activities, please follow my Facebook page at facebook.com/RepMrvan, my Twitter account at @RepMrvan, and sign up for my e-newsletter at mrvan.house.gov. You may also contact my office any time through my House website or at
219-795-1844.

Thank you again for contacting me. Again, please do not hesitate to let me or my staff know if you have any further questions or concerns. We are here to serve you.


Sincerely,

Frank J. Mrvan
Member of Congress

 

[KellyinAvon]

I am in support of ConC but I will believe it when it gets out of committee. Too many good bills have died there..

A pessimist is an optimist with experience. Emails, letters, phone calls; lather, rinse, repeat.

 

[KLB]

After all my emails and phone calls I finally got 1 response from my reps. Response has nothing to do with my emails. Cant say as I'm surprised. Here's his response below

Dear Mx. Kaufman,

Thank you for contacting me to express your views on a legislative or policy issue.
I appreciate hearing from you, and I hope that you are healthy and safe.

As you may know, I was officially sworn in on January 3, 2021. I am currently in the process of hiring staff and finalizing my committee assignments. Be assured that I will continue to keep your views in mind as legislation is considered in the U.S. House of Representatives. As the 117th Congress proceeds, I would encourage you to remain in touch with me and my staff.

You should know that I am honored to represent Indiana’s First Congressional District in Washington, DC. I am firmly committed to representing all residents of Northwest Indiana, as well as doing my part to help heal the deep divisions in our politics.

Advocating for good-paying job opportunities for everyone, ensuring widespread access to the COVID-19 vaccine, and promoting mental and physical health and well-being are among my top priorities in Congress.

Additionally, I will fight for expanded and improved educational opportunities for all, as well as improved support structures for children to recognize and report abusive behaviors that may occur in their homes.

Further, as the Co-Chairman of the Congressional Steel Caucus, I will adamantly promote continued investments in our economic and transportation infrastructure, including the South Shore Rail Line, the use of American steel, and strong Buy America requirements and labor protections in all applicable legislation.
To stay up-to-date on my legislative activities, please follow my Facebook page at facebook.com/RepMrvan, my Twitter account at @RepMrvan, and sign up for my e-newsletter at mrvan.house.gov. You may also contact my office any time through my House website or at
219-795-1844.

Thank you again for contacting me. Again, please do not hesitate to let me or my staff know if you have any further questions or concerns. We are here to serve you.


Sincerely,

Frank J. Mrvan
Member of Congress

I won't even bother. Once he gets his staff together , he'll get a screw you and your 2A email together for us.

 

[2A_Tom]

After all my emails and phone calls I finally got 1 response from my reps. Response has nothing to do with my emails. Cant say as I'm surprised. Here's his response below

Dear Mx. Kaufman,

So, what new gender does Mx. designate.

 

[d.kaufman]

So, what new gender does Mx. designate.

Yeah, I laughed at that too

 

[2A_Tom]

After all my emails and phone calls I finally got 1 response from my reps. Response has nothing to do with my emails. Cant say as I'm surprised. Here's his response below

Dear Mx. Kaufman,

Thank you for contacting me to express your views on a legislative or policy issue.
I appreciate hearing from you, and I hope that you are healthy and safe.

As you may know, I was officially sworn in on January 3, 2021. I am currently in the process of hiring staff and finalizing my committee assignments. Be assured that I will continue to keep your views in mind as legislation is considered in the U.S. House of Representatives. As the 117th Congress proceeds, I would encourage you to remain in touch with me and my staff.

You should know that I am honored to represent Indiana’s First Congressional District in Washington, DC. I am firmly committed to representing all residents of Northwest Indiana, as well as doing my part to help heal the deep divisions in our politics.

Advocating for good-paying job opportunities for everyone, ensuring widespread access to the COVID-19 vaccine, and promoting mental and physical health and well-being are among my top priorities in Congress.

Additionally, I will fight for expanded and improved educational opportunities for all, as well as improved support structures for children to recognize and report abusive behaviors that may occur in their homes.

Further, as the Co-Chairman of the Congressional Steel Caucus, I will adamantly promote continued investments in our economic and transportation infrastructure, including the South Shore Rail Line, the use of American steel, and strong Buy America requirements and labor protections in all applicable legislation.
To stay up-to-date on my legislative activities, please follow my Facebook page at facebook.com/RepMrvan, my Twitter account at @RepMrvan, and sign up for my e-newsletter at mrvan.house.gov. You may also contact my office any time through my House website or at
219-795-1844.

Thank you again for contacting me. Again, please do not hesitate to let me or my staff know if you have any further questions or concerns. We are here to serve you.


Sincerely,

Frank J. Mrvan
Member of Congress

Same letter, my response.

That is a really lame form letter.

From this I gather that as your predecessor you do not respect the Constitution, the rights of citizens, your constituents or freedom.

I will be reminding you from time to time that you are supposed to be a servant of the people, not Lord and Master of your serfs.

Your OATH is to preserve and defend the Constitution against all enemies foreign and domestic. If you will not stand for the Bill of Rights, you may be one of those that it needs defense against.

I will campaign against you from now for the next 2 years.

Sincerely Tom Dewar