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A resolution honoring the contributions of small manufacturers of firearms to the economy, culture, and recreational heritage of the United States and recognizing the month of August 2026 as "National Shooting Sports Month".
Honoring the contributions of small manufacturers of firearms to the economy, culture, and recreational heritage of the United States and recognizing the month of August 2026 as ``National Shooting Sports Month''.
Summary
- Celebrates the role of small businesses that manufacture firearms in supporting domestic manufacturing and economic opportunity in communities across the United States.
- Supports policies that strengthen the ability of small firearms manufacturers to innovate, grow, and preserve recreational shooting traditions.
- Recognizes August 2026 as "National Shooting Sports Month".
- Notes that small firearms manufacturers support approximately 380,000 jobs in the broader firearms industry with over $91 billion in annual economic output.
- Acknowledges that shooting sports are recreational traditions in the United States participated in by millions of citizens.
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Sponsor (1)
- Sen. Risch, James E. [R-ID] (R-ID)
1 cosponsor
- Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH] (D-NH)
Money behind the sponsor
Top reported contributors to James E. Risch’s campaign committee (2024 cycle) — who funds the bill’s sponsor, not a claim about this bill. Data from FEC.
- ALPHA SERVICES LLC $10,000
- 1ST FINANCIAL BANK USA $6,600
- CIVIC SERVICE INC. $6,600
- SINCLAIR COMPANIES $6,600
- SOROBAN CAPITAL PARTNERS LP $6,600
Organizations whose employees gave the most — itemized individual contributions grouped by the donor’s reported employer (FEC Schedule A). Full finance for James E. Risch → · Outside spending →
Actions (2)
- Jul 30, 2026 Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text: CR S4393) · senate
- Jul 30, 2026 Submitted in Senate
Text versions (1)
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Full text
IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
July 30, 2026
Mr. Risch (for himself and Mrs. Shaheen) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation
RESOLUTION
Honoring the contributions of small manufacturers of firearms to the economy, culture, and recreational heritage of the United States and recognizing the month of August 2026 as “National Shooting Sports Month”.
Whereas locally owned and operated small businesses that manufacture handguns, rifles, shotguns, ammunition, and accessories (referred to in this preamble as “small manufacturers of firearms”) are the backbone of the shooting sports community and a critical part of the manufacturing of the United States; Whereas small manufacturers of firearms of the United States serve as anchors in rural and small-town communities across the United States, preserving the craftsmanship, entrepreneurship, and innovation of the United States; Whereas small manufacturers of firearms contribute significantly to the national economy and local economies, forming an essential part of a broader industry that supports 380,000 jobs and generates more than $91,000,000,000 in annual economic output; Whereas small manufacturers of firearms are essential conduits for the exercise of Second Amendment rights by individuals in the United States and provide products, training, and community engagement to sportsmen in the United States; Whereas shooting sports, including target shooting, hunting, and competitive marksmanship, are time-honored traditions in the United States and are enjoyed by millions of law-abiding citizens; Whereas shooting sports promote safe and responsible firearm handling, outdoor stewardship, and civic engagement through local clubs, ranges, and competitions; and Whereas small manufacturers of firearms in the United States play an indispensable role in preserving those recreational traditions: Now, therefore, be it Resolved, That the Senate—
(1) celebrates the role of small businesses that manufacture firearms in supporting domestic manufacturing and economic opportunity in communities across the United States;
(2) supports policies that strengthen the ability of small businesses to innovate, grow, and preserve the recreational shooting traditions of the United States; and
(3) recognizes the month of August 2026 as “National Shooting Sports Month”. <all>
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