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Good luck with that. Too many others that will keep them in office since they get "free stuff" from them...

But how many of them would go to bat for just you and I? We're most likely talkin' deeeeeeeeeeeeeep pockets!

It looks to me like the whole thing was based on a reaction to Carole Bowne. That is, "what's the minimum we can do to prevent another Carol Bowne, but keep as much of the status quo as we can?" This was not, "how can we make things easier for all law abiding gun owners?" Hence, the micro-changes to "justifiable need," and a bit more emphasis on the permitting process, which we'll see if that follows through...

As long as they continue to accept Utah "non resident" permits..... Not sure....

I had an opportunity to when taking the "Multi-State" course offered at the Quinton Sportsmen's club, but I passed on it because the fee was $100.00. I got Fl, Az, and Ut. I might consider re-applying now, as I'll need to drive through VA to get to PA. I just have to see if I need to have a recent training qualification.

But for both "resident" and "non resident" permits?

If there is such a database (which I seriously doubt), we'll probably never see it. But I could probably speculate that most of those that are approved fall into three main categories: 1) Retired LEO (or private security); 2) Celebreties with very well connected lawyers; 3) Other politicians, and VIP's with very well connected lawyers. And by "well connected," I mean connected to the county judiciary of their jurisdiction, as that's where "justifiable need" must be demonstrated, and approved. And, BTW, I don't think it's *just* NJ residents, as I do believe NJ can issue "non-resident" CCWs as well. I'd be curious to see how many of them are active...

Virginia was always at risk for turning Blue... especially in the northern sections. I wonder if this might result in a "civil" confrontation within the state....

Utah "non resident" as well? Good thing I have several different permits... ETA: Here's a Town Hall Article from Katie Pavlich....

Yup... When the concept of "self defense" becomes a "justifiable need," then it will truly mean something. It is a step, but there need to be further steps here.

Not much, I think, in re: "justifiable need." I think it still gives the judges a whole lotta wiggle room.

It's all about how much content is available for viewing (from both streaming sources as well as optical and broadcast), and whether or not you really need that much resolution. For now, I'm pretty happy with 1080p, although I might upgrade when I need to get a new TV (hopefully not for a while) Hopefully, by then, there will be more 4K content. Best thing I can tell you is to go to a store and just compare the pictures, if you can. If the 4K picture just screams at you (vs. the 1080p), then you might consider it. If there's the slightest doubt, I'd stick with 1080p. There's enough content available in 1080p, and that's what the broadcast networks are doing now. Once they go to 4K, then it might be a good idea to upgrade, if you need to at that time.

That's wrong, then, and it should be reported to Operation Strike Force...

Yup..... The Blaze - WH finalizing plans for Major Gun Control Action...

Agreed. But once you've given them the keys to the barn door..... They might call HR, and then they might demand the name / phone of the employee's supervisor from HR (who shouldn't give it), etc. etc. etc.... Also agreed. And I also agree that practice is wrong. If, for example, the interviewing LEO asks for the employee's direct supervisor, etc. that's unacceptable. If the LEA advises the employer that the purpose of the call is to verify the employee's worthiness to own a "firearm" (i.e. they use that word "firearm")... I also believe that "beyond the scope" as well. It's none of the Employer's business. And, if it's a real "anti" employer, the employee could face disciplinary action and be terminated simply for their desire to own firearms. In my case, thankfully, as with the above poster, I own my own business so I was able to use that as well.

Actually, the "Employer Name, address and telephone" is Question 12 of the STS-033 application form. So, in essence, they have the right to verify that info.

I trust that this bill will have the traction it deserves.... The only question would be, will it affect the market pricing for them? Important for me, as I'm very close to making my 1st AR acquisition.

Not to , but it's been fine all afternoon, for me. Last post on the matter.

Nope, the site is fine....

The above was about Thumbtack, primarily, and services like it, which follow a similar revenue scheme. Angie's List makes their money from the subscriber fees that people buying the services pay, as well as the advertising fees the merchants have to pay. As stated, to be covered by Angie's List in the six counties surrounding my original location in NJ would cost about $3000.00/yr up front, and not refundable. And that covers only people who subscribe (i.e. who paid that subscriber fee) and receive their publication (or have access to the website) and *not* the general public.

Actually, Thumbtack, Task Rabbit, etc. (unless their policies changed recently) are *not* exactly free for the vendor/merchant. The merchant has to pay to bid on a job. Each job is assigned a number of "credits" based on complexity, skills required, etc. etc. The new vendor is given maybe 10 credits to start. Most jobs are assigned something in the range of 2-9 credits, and there's a chart which shows the number of credits assigned to each different job. Of course, the merchant has to "buy" more credits when they run out of them. I forget how much each credit costs but it's something like $30.00 per 10 credits or something like that. The "system" then throws the merchant a potential job listing based on some algorithm, and the merchant has the option of biding on it or not. There is no visible "master directory" of jobs on which to bid. You must wait for the system to throw you an offering. And, of course, all the system ever threw me were jobs that cost 9 credits each. And, remember, all you get for your credits is the right to "bid" on the job. You aren't guaranteed the job, itself.. just the right to bid on it. You'll only be told whether or not you get the job, not who did get it. <_< I cut them loose quickly.

And, on the opposite side of that spectrum, to advertise on Angie's list requires about a $3000.00 initial investment for a very small coverage area (just your own and surrounding counties). Probably better to do your own ad campaign.

Anyone wanting to visit (or move to) Florida, let me know and I'll hook you up down here. There are many good places.

My former town does. Twp. of Independence, Warren County. Initial FID + 2 P2Ps. 23 calendar days. Subsequent sets of P2Ps, 16 calendar days each. A lot will depend on how busy the "county adjuster's office" is when the investigation starts. If your PD is using the electronic 212A from for the Criminal background check, that should return very quickly. So, the only real delay (assuming references return forms on time) would be the county adjuster in re: mental health records check.

Still 404'ing for me, in two different browsers.