James Risch (R-ID)
A resolution honoring the contributions of small manufacturers of firearms to the economy, culture, and recreational heritage of the United States and recognizing the month of August 2026 as "National Shooting Sports Month".
A Republican resolution with 1 Democratic cosponsor · See all 9 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text: CR S4393)
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution honors the contributions of small firearm manufacturers to the United States economy, culture, and recreational heritage. It highlights these businesses as essential to rural and small-town communities and the broader manufacturing industry. The resolution notes that shooting sports are a time-honored tradition enjoyed by millions of citizens. Additionally, it aims to celebrate the role of these small businesses in supporting domestic manufacturing and economic opportunity. Finally, the Senate intends to recognize August 2026 as "National Shooting Sports Month."
Yes· 3 of 8
- Scored +2
Would business owners be better off under this?
The resolution specifically celebrates and supports the growth of small businesses.
- Scored +2
Would gun owners be better off under this?
The resolution honors traditions and manufacturing essential to the shooting sports community.
- Scored +2
Would people in rural areas be better off under this?
The resolution notes that these manufacturers serve as anchors in rural and small-town communities.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Economic Support: The resolution celebrates small businesses that manufacture firearms to support domestic manufacturing and economic opportunity (Section 1).
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Preservation of Traditions: The bill supports policies that help small businesses grow and preserve the recreational shooting traditions of the United States (Section 2).
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Recognition of Culture: The Senate intends to recognize the month of August 2026 as "National Shooting Sports Month" (Section 3).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts or burdens are explicitly mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would business owners be better off under this? — The resolution specifically celebrates and supports the growth of small businesses. Would gun owners be better off under this? — The resolution honors traditions and manufacturing essential to the shooting sports community. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — The resolution notes that these manufacturers serve as anchors in rural and small-town communities.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this make it easier to run a small business? — The resolution specifically honors and supports the ability of small firearm manufacturers to innovate and grow. Is this likely to grow the economy? — The resolution highlights the significant economic output generated by the firearm manufacturing industry. Is this likely to create jobs? — The resolution celebrates the role of small manufacturers in supporting economic opportunity and job growth.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this protect the right to own guns? — The resolution characterizes manufacturers as essential conduits for the exercise of Second Amendment rights.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this invest in rural communities? — The resolution highlights small manufacturers as anchors in rural and small-town communities.
- 9/15/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 8/6/2026
- 5 Cosponsors added.
- 8/5/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 7/30/2026
- Submitted in Senate
- Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text: CR S4393)
- 1 Cosponsor added.
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