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U.S. Congressional Tipoffs Involving Iowa Newsletter for Sunday May 19, 2024 ( 2 items )  

Grassley, Cornyn, Tillis Aim to Overturn ATF Rule Countering the Second Amendment
WASHINGTON, May 17 -- Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) joined fellow Judiciary Committee members Sens. John Cornyn (R-Texas) and Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) on a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution to strike down the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF)'s definition of "Engaged in the Business" as a Dealer in Firearms. The rule would effectively instate universal background checks by requiring anyone who sells   more

Q&A: Thank Our Local Police
WASHINGTON, May 17 -- Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: Q: What is National Police Week? A: Since 1962, Americans are called to observe May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day to honor the service and sacrifice of law enforcement personnel and their families, particularly the fallen heroes killed in the line of duty. Congress also authorized the president to designate the week of May 15 as National Police Week. It is the least society can do to honor the legio  more