NSSF Vows Legal Action Against Maryland’s Proposed Ban on Certain Striker-Fired Handguns

April 21, 2026
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Maryland's latest assault on the Second Amendment is heating up, with the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) drawing a line in the sand against Governor Wes Moore's potential signing of Senate Bill 334 and House Bill 557. These bills target striker-fired handguns—think popular models like Glocks, Smith & Wesson M&Ps, and Sig Sauers that dominate the self-defense market—labeling them as somehow uniquely dangerous despite their widespread use by law enforcement and responsible civilians alike. NSSF Senior VP Lawrence G. Keane didn't mince words, vowing swift legal action if the bills become law, calling them an unconstitutional infringement that punishes the 99% of gun owners who never commit crimes while criminals thumb their noses at the rules. This isn't just Maryland's problem; it's a canary in the coal mine for the entire 2A community. Striker-fired pistols aren't some fringe novelty—they're the gold standard for reliability, with internal firing mechanisms that eliminate external hammers, making them slimmer, lighter, and ideal for concealed carry. Banning them echoes the failed assault weapon bans of yesteryear, ignoring Supreme Court precedents like Bruen (2022), which demands gun laws align with historical traditions rather than anti-gun whims. Keane's right: these measures do nothing to stop Baltimore's skyrocketing homicide rates, where illegal guns smuggled from out-of-state do the dirty work. Instead, they disarm law-abiding folks, potentially setting up a domino effect as blue-state governors test federal patience post-Bruen. Gun owners nationwide should cheer NSSF's pledge—it's a proactive strike that could kneecap similar schemes in New York, California, and beyond. If Moore signs, expect lawsuits flying faster than a suppressed 9mm round, reinforcing that the Second Amendment isn't a suggestion. Stay vigilant, stock up on compliant gear if you're in MD, and support NSSF's Shooters' Alliance. This fight's far from over, but with allies like Keane leading the charge, the good guys have the Constitution on their side.

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Maryland’s latest assault on the Second Amendment is heating up, with the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) drawing a line in the sand against Governor Wes Moore’s potential signing of Senate Bill 334 and House Bill 557. These bills target striker-fired handguns—think popular models like Glocks, Smith & Wesson M&Ps, and Sig Sauers that dominate the self-defense market—labeling them as somehow uniquely dangerous despite their widespread use by law enforcement and responsible civilians alike. NSSF Senior VP Lawrence G. Keane didn’t mince words, vowing swift legal action if the bills become law, calling them an unconstitutional infringement that punishes the 99% of gun owners who never commit crimes while criminals thumb their noses at the rules.

This isn’t just Maryland’s problem; it’s a canary in the coal mine for the entire 2A community. Striker-fired pistols aren’t some fringe novelty—they’re the gold standard for reliability, with internal firing mechanisms that eliminate external hammers, making them slimmer, lighter, and ideal for concealed carry. Banning them echoes the failed assault weapon bans of yesteryear, ignoring Supreme Court precedents like Bruen (2022), which demands gun laws align with historical traditions rather than anti-gun whims. Keane’s right: these measures do nothing to stop Baltimore’s skyrocketing homicide rates, where illegal guns smuggled from out-of-state do the dirty work. Instead, they disarm law-abiding folks, potentially setting up a domino effect as blue-state governors test federal patience post-Bruen.

Gun owners nationwide should cheer NSSF’s pledge—it’s a proactive strike that could kneecap similar schemes in New York, California, and beyond. If Moore signs, expect lawsuits flying faster than a suppressed 9mm round, reinforcing that the Second Amendment isn’t a suggestion. Stay vigilant, stock up on compliant gear if you’re in MD, and support NSSF’s Shooters’ Alliance. This fight’s far from over, but with allies like Keane leading the charge, the good guys have the Constitution on their side.

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