About GOCRA

GOCRA President Andrew Rothman (left) testified on the purely cosmetic differences between a regular rifle and an "assault weapon."

With the support of gun owners like you, we have:

Passed the Minnesota Citizens Personal Protection Act (permit to carry) -- one of the best carry laws in the country -- twice!
Passed the Range Protection Act, ensuring that current and future generations will always have places to practice not only the shooting sports but Self Defense as a fundamental human right.
Monitored the Minnesota Legislature and defeated multiple attempts to limit gun rights
- Prevented gun registration under the guise of “closing” the gun show “loophole”
- Killed anti-gun amendments to other bills
Passed "Stand Your Ground" legislation in Minnesota House and Senate to enhance Minnesota’s self defense protections
Educated legislators on issues important to voting gun owners

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GOCRA’s success in passing the carry law and range protection was a direct result of local, grass roots activism. Unlike anti-gunners, we don’t have paid lobbyists.
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Tell your local, and state and congressional representatives are a priority for you, and that you vote. This is especially important when they are considering gun legislation.
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Victory goes to those who show up. Learn the issues, get involved, and vote your rights!
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GOCRA has no paid staff, but depends on contributions from Minnesota gun owners like you to cover expenses like our web site, postage, materials for legislators, and printing items like this flier. To contribute, see a GOCRA representative, click the donate button on the left, or mail in a check.

The leaders in Minnesota Gun Rights since 1989