Sen. Wendy Rogers has introduced two pro-gun bills that are already generating buzz among Arizona’s firearm community. Both pieces of legislation (SB1014 and SB1143) have received enthusiastic support from the Arizona Citizens Defense League (AZCDL). If these bills pass, they will bring major benefits to gun owners across the state.
SB1014 – Suppressor Ban Repeal
This bill removes suppressors, also known as muffling devices, from the list of prohibited weapons. By doing so, it aligns Arizona law with federal regulations that already allow the legal use of suppressors. Proponents of the bill, including AZCDL, emphasize that suppressors reduce hearing damage and can make shooting safer. For gun owners, the repeal would mean protecting their hearing and restoring the proper scope of Second Amendment rights in Arizona. The bill is currently awaiting a final vote in the Senate, and its passage would be a significant milestone in safeguarding Arizonans’ gun rights.
SB1143 – Second Amendment Financial Privacy Act
This bill focuses on protecting the privacy of lawful gun transactions. It prohibits the use of merchant category codes that can single out firearm purchases, which banks and other financial institutions might use to track or block firearm sales. There is real concern that these codes could lead to the creation of firearm registries, undermining the privacy and freedom of gun owners. The Arizona Citizens Defense League has highlighted this bill as a critical safeguard against financial surveillance, ensuring that gun owners can exercise their rights without worrying about intrusive banking practices. SB1143 is making its way through the Senate, and its passage would secure an important layer of privacy for Arizona’s gun community.
Sen. Rogers is committed to upholding personal freedom and Arizonans’ Second Amendment rights. Her proposals are designed to ensure that gun owners have access to the tools they need for safe firearm usage while protecting their privacy in financial transactions.
The Arizona Citizens Defense League’s strong support underscores the community’s confidence in these bills. As the legislative session moves forward, gun owners and advocates alike are watching closely, hopeful that these measures will pass and set a new standard for firearm rights in Arizona. Sen. Wendy Rogers continues to lead the charge, working diligently to safeguard and expand the rights of Arizona’s gun owners.