People for a Safer Society
"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has" - Margaret Mead
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About UsPeople for a Safer Society is a gun violence prevention organization that was founded in early 2013, shortly after the Sandy Hook Elementary School tragedy. The organization aims to educate people and raise awareness on gun violence.
The organization facilitates advocacy that can make a difference on local, state, and federal levels. In addition to pushing for common sense gun laws, People for a Safer Society informs communities about non-legislative solutions, such as divestment from gun manufacturers. People for a Safer Society is based in Skokie, Illinois, and has engaged communities throughout the Chicagoland area. |
GREAT NEWS! Gun Dealer Licensing passes out of Committee! |
The Gun Dealer Licensing Act, Senate Bill 1657, would encourage best business practices among gun dealers and hold corrupt gun dealers accountable in Illinois. The bill would:
Senate Bill 1657 passed out of the House Judiciary Criminal committee in May! Thanks to everyone who made phone calls and filed witness slips! Your action was effective! The measure now moves on to the full House for a vote. TAKE ACTION NOW! Call your State Representative and tell him/her to vote YES on SB 1657! Click here to enter your zip code +4 to find your state legislators and their contact information. |
UPDATE on HR 473: Thank you to everyone who filed witness slips against HR 473 - 1,163 slipped in opposition and only 18 slipped in support. Our efforts were definitely noted and the resolution was not called in committee.
IMMEDIATE ACTION NEEDED: FILE A WITNESS SLIP TO OPPOSE CONCEALED CARRY RECIPROCITY
On Monday, June 26 at 9:30 am, the Illinois House Judiciary Criminal Committee will be considering a House Resolution urging U.S. Congress to pass House Resolution 38, the Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act of 2017. H.R.38 would allow gun owners to carry their firearms in every state without a permit unless his or her state of residence requires one. This means that people who purchased guns without background checks will be allowed to come into Illinois with their loaded concealed handguns, putting our children, families, and communities at risk.
Please take a minute today to file a witness slip in OPPOSITION to HR 473. Here is how to file one:
1. Click on this link to file a witness slip.
2, Fill out the Identification section with your information. For the Firm/business or agency and Title fields, write “self” unless you are authorized by a company or business to use their name on the witness slip.
3. The Representation section: If you are not authorized to appear on behalf of any group, fill in NA or “self”.
4. Under Position, select OPPONENT.
5. Complete the Testimony section. Check the "Record of Appearance Only" box. This will allow your position on the piece of legislation to be known without having to physically appear.
6. Type what is displayed in the CAPTCHA box.
7. Click in the box next to “I Agree to the ILGA Terms of Agreement”.
8. Click Create (SLIP).
9. You are done!
IMMEDIATE ACTION NEEDED: FILE A WITNESS SLIP TO OPPOSE CONCEALED CARRY RECIPROCITY
On Monday, June 26 at 9:30 am, the Illinois House Judiciary Criminal Committee will be considering a House Resolution urging U.S. Congress to pass House Resolution 38, the Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act of 2017. H.R.38 would allow gun owners to carry their firearms in every state without a permit unless his or her state of residence requires one. This means that people who purchased guns without background checks will be allowed to come into Illinois with their loaded concealed handguns, putting our children, families, and communities at risk.
Please take a minute today to file a witness slip in OPPOSITION to HR 473. Here is how to file one:
1. Click on this link to file a witness slip.
2, Fill out the Identification section with your information. For the Firm/business or agency and Title fields, write “self” unless you are authorized by a company or business to use their name on the witness slip.
3. The Representation section: If you are not authorized to appear on behalf of any group, fill in NA or “self”.
4. Under Position, select OPPONENT.
5. Complete the Testimony section. Check the "Record of Appearance Only" box. This will allow your position on the piece of legislation to be known without having to physically appear.
6. Type what is displayed in the CAPTCHA box.
7. Click in the box next to “I Agree to the ILGA Terms of Agreement”.
8. Click Create (SLIP).
9. You are done!
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