For this Newsletter update, I would like to share with you the activities of the last Board of Directors Meeting of the NRA. Everything that happened in Fairfax will impact us in Indiana, and Hoosiers will be actively engaged in these remarkable efforts. Serving as ISRPA President, NRA Board Member, Chairman of the NRA Legislative Policy Committee, and Vice Chair of the NRA Legal Affairs Committee, it has been a great honor to serve our members and I can’t be more excited about the progress we have made with the organization. As we enter into a new era for the NRA, I want to share with you some of the progress we have made…driven by our members.
Also, I would recommend, if you haven’t joined already, join the Facebook Group, Members Take Back Our NRA, to keep apprised of the latest happenings from the standpoint of the members. NRA will also be launching an app to connect and communicate with members, we will keep you posted on its progress.
NRA Board Fall Meeting Brings Momentum for Change
The NRA Board of Directors gathered in Fairfax this fall with a clear message: the organization is listening to members and taking real steps toward renewal. For many, the most noticeable difference was the tone—more transparent, more solutions-focused, and more intent on building the NRA’s future.
Finances were a bright spot. After years of deficits, the NRA is once again operating in the black. Cost discipline, stronger management, and steep reductions in legal expenses have brought stability back to the books. Renovations at headquarters are nearly complete, and plans to lease part of the building will generate additional revenue. This positions the NRA to begin rebuilding programs sidelined in recent years.
Member involvement also took center stage. For the first time, committees are being opened up widely to non-Board members, with over 100 volunteers bringing fresh perspectives and new energy. Some committees now even have non-Board members serving as chairs or vice chairs. This shift is designed to make the NRA more responsive and better aligned with the needs of rank-and-file members.
There was also discussion of longer-term organizational changes. President Bill Bachenberg has appointed a new committee to study structural reforms, including calls from members to reduce the size of the Board. He also launched a new website for direct communication with NRA members. Meanwhile, a costly outside contract for member marketing was ended, with those efforts returning in-house at half the cost. A new Member App—designed to improve communication, services, and the overall member experience—is expected to launch later this year.
The meeting closed with both realism and optimism. The NRA still faces challenges, but the combination of financial progress, stronger leadership, and greater member participation signals a true turning point. The commitment to listen, adapt, and rebuild gives many hope that the organization can reclaim its rightful place as the nation’s leading advocate for firearms safety, hunting, shooting sports, and the Second Amendment.
The NRA’s Fight Against the NFA Continues
The NRA’s fight didn’t end with the passage of the “One Big Beautiful Bill” (OBBB) in July 2025, which repealed the $200 tax on suppressors, short-barreled rifles, and shotguns. Now, the NRA and its allies have launched a federal lawsuit—Brown v. ATF—seeking to overturn the National Firearms Act’s (NFA) federal registration rules altogether.
With the NFA tax now gone, the NRA argues that the Constitution doesn’t permit Congress to maintain the NFA’s registry for commonly owned firearms and accessories. The lawsuit says this outdated federal registry violates the Second Amendment, and lacks any historical tradition to support it.
If successful, the legal challenge would eliminate federal registration for suppressors and short-barreled firearms, making them even more accessible for hunters and sports shooters nationwide. The NRA promises to continue fighting until all unconstitutional federal firearms restrictions are gone.
The NRA Adopts Resolution Calling for National Right to Carry as Top Legislative Priority
The NRA Board of Directors, acting on a recommendation from its Legislative Policy Committee, has adopted a resolution making National Right to Carry legislation the Association’s top legislative priority for the upcoming Congressional session.
Why National Right to Carry?
Millions of law-abiding Americans rely on their right to self-defense, but inconsistent state laws mean carry permits are not honored everywhere. The NRA’s push for National Right to Carry seeks uniform recognition of these permits, defending the Second Amendment for citizens traveling across state lines.
Energizing Members and Advocacy
Though immediate passage in Congress is uncertain, the NRA will mobilize all advocacy and grassroots resources to press for hearings, debates, and votes. This transparent approach will hold lawmakers accountable and energize members for active participation in the upcoming midterm elections.
Moving Forward
With this resolution, the NRA reaffirms its commitment to uncompromising defense of Second Amendment rights and urges all supporters to stay engaged as the campaign advances.
NRA Announces Future Annual Meeting Locations
Houston is 2026 – April 16-19
Atlanta is 2027 – April 22-25
Orlando is 2028 -May 18-21
The Site Selection Committee discussed Indianapolis for 2029 and 2031…a motion was made to arrange for Indianapolis for those two years, pending a successful negotiation. Note: keep your fingers crossed; although the largest Convention in Indianapolis, it has been difficult securing dates due to the prioritization of sporting events and other scheduling hurdles…we will keep you posted!
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