Indiana Constitutional Carry 2017

[GodFearinGunTotin]

Jim Lucas talking about the CC bill, plus a bill to give tax credits for training, and another bill about gun free zones:

https://wkmnews.com/constitutional-carry-bill/

 

[ArcadiaGP]

If you're going with Peet's, try Major Dickason's blend decaf. It's one of the few decaf coffees that has enough body for me to be able to drink

Dropping in to say I tried this on suggestion. Good stuff.

 

[chipbennett]

Dropping in to say I tried this on suggestion. Good stuff.

Glad you liked it! Peet's makes some excellent coffee.

 

[jamil]

Dropping in to say I tried this on suggestion. Good stuff.

As Chip said, there aren't that many really good decaf coffees. Peet's, is the best I've tried. Not much difference between the Major Dickson's blend and the house blend decalfs. Both are dark roast blends. Major Dickson's blend is a bit smoother.

Glad you liked it! Peet's makes some excellent coffee.

Brings up a question. Why are all the good coffee companies progressive nutbags? You won't find a conservative state. California, Oregon, California, Colorado, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Oregon, Washington, Virginia, and Washington D.C. If you ever find yourself in a peet's coffee shop, it's even better brewed by them. But I dare you to wear your "Make America Great Again" hat. They might shut the place down and run to their safe spaces.

 

[KellyinAvon]

I finally got a reply!! I liked the "Similar legislation was introduced during the 2016 legislative session but failed to make it out of committee." I know that, this is why I keep e-mailing.

Dear KellyinAvon,


Thank you for contacting Speaker Bosma and expressing your opinion regarding proposed legislation which would repeal the law that requires a license to carry handgun in Indiana. Speaker Bosma appreciates you sharing your thoughts on this legislation and has requested that I respond to you on his behalf. Similar legislation was introduced during the 2016 legislative session but failed to make it out of committee. This topic undoubtedly stimulates a thought-provoking policy issue for future General Assemblies. Constituents voicing their opinions on issues and making suggestions to legislators, as you have done, is a vital part of the legislative process.


The Speaker supports the Second Amendment for many reasons, most importantly maintaining Hoosiers’ freedoms and ability to protect themselves and their loved ones. It is essential that responsible, law-abiding citizens have the right to bear arms legally in our state, a right that is guaranteed by the United States Constitution. The decision on whether to support a repeal of the handgun license or not is one that should be made after much thought, research, and deliberation has taken place. Moving forward, should the Indiana General Assembly address this policy issue, the Speaker will keep your support in mind.
Once again, thank you for voicing your opinion. Please feel free to contact Speaker Bosma with any questions, comments, or concerns you may have in the future. Constituent contact is essential to the legislative process, and Speaker Bosma truly appreciates the citizens of Indiana taking the time to share their thoughts about the issues concerning our state.






Sincerely,

Chris Kulik
Legislative Assistant to
Speaker Brian Bosma
200 W. Washington Street, Room 401-1
Indianapolis, IN 46204
1-317-232-9677

 

[GodFearinGunTotin]

They must all use the same form letter template. Is this a class political science majors have to take or something?

I finally got a reply!! I liked the "Similar legislation was introduced during the 2016 legislative session but failed to make it out of committee." I know that, this is why I keep e-mailing.

Dear KellyinAvon,


Thank you for contacting Speaker Bosma and expressing your opinion regarding proposed legislation which would repeal the law that requires a license to carry handgun in Indiana. Speaker Bosma appreciates you sharing your thoughts on this legislation and has requested that I respond to you on his behalf. Similar legislation was introduced during the 2016 legislative session but failed to make it out of committee. This topic undoubtedly stimulates a thought-provoking policy issue for future General Assemblies. Constituents voicing their opinions on issues and making suggestions to legislators, as you have done, is a vital part of the legislative process.


The Speaker supports the Second Amendment for many reasons, most importantly maintaining Hoosiers’ freedoms and ability to protect themselves and their loved ones. It is essential that responsible, law-abiding citizens have the right to bear arms legally in our state, a right that is guaranteed by the United States Constitution. The decision on whether to support a repeal of the handgun license or not is one that should be made after much thought, research, and deliberation has taken place. Moving forward, should the Indiana General Assembly address this policy issue, the Speaker will keep your support in mind.
Once again, thank you for voicing your opinion. Please feel free to contact Speaker Bosma with any questions, comments, or concerns you may have in the future. Constituent contact is essential to the legislative process, and Speaker Bosma truly appreciates the citizens of Indiana taking the time to share their thoughts about the issues concerning our state.






Sincerely,

Chris Kulik
Legislative Assistant to
Speaker Brian Bosma
200 W. Washington Street, Room 401-1
Indianapolis, IN 46204
1-317-232-9677

 

[KellyinAvon]

They must all use the same form letter template. Is this a class political science majors have to take or something?

Roger that, only I was thinking Public Affairs major.

 

[GodFearinGunTotin]

Roger that, only I was thinking Public Affairs major.

Maybe both.

 

[Kirk Freeman]

Keep writing Bosma no matter the response. He is the keystone.

 

[JeremiahJohnson]

"Dear Speaker Bosma:

Please be aware that I am writing in support of HB______ (Constitutional carry). It is vital that this bill receive a hearing and vote in committee and the whole House. Thank you for your support of the Constitution and we have supported your party's supermajority status.

Ian Goyer"

Call, write, e-mail, rinse and repeat.

Post cards are excellent. It puts something physical on their desks and can be done in a matter of minutes.

Spread the word. Organize your own "cell". Call buddies, at bunch, at coffee, at beers, after services, what-have-you, get together and write it up and send it.

Can't seem to get on his site - do you have his e-mail?

 

[Kirk Freeman]

Here are e-mails:

Brian Bosma | State of Indiana House of Representatives

h88@in.gov

E-mail all you want. You want a letter, post card, something physical that cannot be ignored or deleted.

Hon. Brian Bosma
Speaker of the House
Indiana General Assembly
200 West Washington Street
Indianapolis, Indiana 46204

Next month we start callling. Write him. Make him feel the heat so he sees the light.

 

[Bill of Rights]

Here are e-mails:

Brian Bosma | State of Indiana House of Representatives

h88@in.gov

E-mail all you want. You want a letter, post card, something physical that cannot be ignored or deleted.

Hon. Brian Bosma
Speaker of the House
Indiana General Assembly
200 West Washington Street
Indianapolis, Indiana 46204

Next month we start callling. Write him. Make him feel the heat so he sees the light.

Kirk, maybe you feel close enough to do so, but I am NOT calling Brian Bosma, "hon"!!

 

[John Galt]

Session starts on January the 4th. Has anyone considered organizing a rally inside the Statehouse as a show of support for our gun rights and the upcoming legislation? Big groups with signs gets a lot of attention ....

 

[bwframe]

Who, of our people, has talked to Bosma about this?

...Brings up a question. Why are all the good coffee companies progressive nutbags? You won't find a conservative state. California, Oregon, California, Colorado, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Oregon, Washington, Virginia, and Washington D.C. If you ever find yourself in a peet's coffee shop, it's even better brewed by them. But I dare you to wear your "Make America Great Again" hat. They might shut the place down and run to their safe spaces.

Yankee Prepper - Yankee's Store

 

[TheSpark]

so the only people this would help are those who do not have a carry permit already ? And I am assuming everybody on here already has one ? I fail to see why all the excitement .

Because our rights are being infringed upon by requiring us to have a permit/license, even if we do indeed have one. Constitutional carry would also kill the debate about if police officers should be able to stop an otherwise completely law abiding citizen just because they are carrying a gun, which is illegal without a license at this time. It would also do away with the very real possibility that you could go to jail if you forget your LTCH at home. The burden of proof is on you, and an anti cop could refuse to look your license up, in theory.

Further, it would allow people to carry who can't afford to go through the licensing process. Yes, $50-$120 is for many, too much to spare in hard times.

As a lifetime LTCH holder, I would be more than excited to hear that I no longer need it. Let's get this done Indiana!

 

[Tanfodude]

Anyone have any info if this actually passes, how does it work for reciprocity?

 

[gregr]

Because our rights are being infringed upon by requiring us to have a permit/license, even if we do indeed have one. Constitutional carry would also kill the debate about if police officers should be able to stop an otherwise completely law abiding citizen just because they are carrying a gun, which is illegal without a license at this time. It would also do away with the very real possibility that you could go to jail if you forget your LTCH at home. The burden of proof is on you, and an anti cop could refuse to look your license up, in theory.

Further, it would allow people to carry who can't afford to go through the licensing process. Yes, $50-$120 is for many, too much to spare in hard times.

As a lifetime LTCH holder, I would be more than excited to hear that I no longer need it. Let's get this done Indiana!

+1.

 

[2A_Tom]

so the only people this would help are those who do not have a carry permit already ? And I am assuming everybody on here already has one ? I fail to see why all the excitement .

Because it is the right thing to do. The permit process places undue burden on the poor and those who need the ability to defend themselves now.

 

[KellyinAvon]

Anyone have any info if this actually passes, how does it work for reciprocity?

LTCH would be required to carry out of state just as it is now. In-state would be Constitutional Carry.

 

[Tanfodude]

LTCH would be required to carry out of state just as it is now. In-state would be Constitutional Carry.

So if you didn't have a LTCH, would that option still be available for those who want one for the reciprocity purposes?