Oregon Gun Owners

Measure 114 (2022) has been approved by voters. It takes effect December 8 unless there is a court injunction. Measure 114 requires a permit to purchase firearms and prohibits magazines capable of holding more than 10 rounds. Read the full text of the measure here. OGO and other members of Sportsmen Opposed to Gun Violence are evaluating and coordinating a thought legal and legislative strategy. As things come together, OGO will be sharing information and asking...

U.S. District Judge Roger Benitez has overturned California's ban on "assault weapons," stating that it would not survive under heightened scrutiny and was a "failed experiment" that violated the Second Amendment. Judge Benitez's decision is currently stayed for 30 days, and the current California laws subject to the ruling remain in full effect. California Attorney General Rob Bonta stated that he will be appealing the judge's ruling in a press statement. The White House also...

The 2021 session is over! Below are some of the bills Oregon Gun Owners have engaged with this session. Bills with an effective date 91 days after Sine Die will be effective on September 25, 2021: Passed Legislation SB 554  - Creates storage requirements for gun owners and creates $500 fine for violation of storage requirement. Fines increase to $2,000 maximum if a minor obtains an unsecured firearm. Prohibits licensed CHL holders from carrying in the...

In 2021, the Oregon Legislature passed a new gun bill over the objection of all Republicans and some Democrats. OGO strongly opposed the policy and worked tirelessly to defeat it. SB 554 bans possession of guns in some public buildings by CHL holders and requires secure storage under certain conditions. It took effect on September 25, 2021. Here is what you need to know: Firearm Storage and Transfer “Control” means the firearm is close enough to prevent another...

As riots and lawlessness descended on our streets this summer, many Americans turned to lawful gun ownership to protect themselves and their families. This article discusses how Black Americans are using guns to stand up for law and order in their communities. OGO supports our communities of color and the rights of all Americans to own and use firearms for legitimate purposes. We condemn violence and property destruction and call on elected officials to take...