Education
Arizona Lawmakers Consider Mandatory Gun Safety Education for All K-12 Students
Arizona lawmakers are debating a bill that would require all K-12 public and charter school students to receive annual firearm safety and accident prevention instruction beginning in 2027.
Firearm Training Courses See Rising Participation as Americans Prioritize Gun Safety Education
Formal firearm safety training courses are experiencing increased participation among Americans seeking responsible gun handling skills, with professionals emphasizing the importance of proper instruction for safe ownership.
Experts Share Gun Safety Strategies After Child Death in Petersburg
Following a fatal shooting of a 6-year-old in Petersburg, Virginia, police and firearms safety experts have issued guidance on keeping guns away from children through secure storage practices and home safety measures.
Police Call for Secure Firearm Storage Following Child Shooting; Experts Share Prevention Methods
Law enforcement and firearms experts emphasize the importance of secure firearm storage following a fatal shooting involving a child, providing practical guidance to prevent unsecured access.
Montana Expands Hunter Education Opportunities Across Central and Eastern Regions
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks announced expanded hunter education classes and field days across central and eastern Montana, allowing students to become certified before the April 1 application deadline.
Hunter Safety Classes Now Open for Registration in Washington
The Adams County Sheriff's Office partnered with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife to offer one-day hunter safety classes providing essential field training for aspiring hunters.
Florida Legislation Eases Regulations for Volunteer Church Security Personnel
Florida lawmakers advanced a bill that would exempt volunteer security guards at churches, mosques, and synagogues from state licensing requirements, reducing regulatory burden on faith communities.
Arizona Lawmakers Propose Mandatory Annual Firearm Safety Classes for All K-12 Students
Arizona Republican lawmakers propose legislation requiring annual firearm safety instruction for all K-12 students, following similar initiatives in Tennessee, Arkansas, and Utah.
Idaho Offers Church Safety Training Workshop for Community Security Programs
An Idaho-based tactical training firm is hosting a church security workshop, providing education on safety protocols and emergency preparedness for faith community leaders.
Arizona Lawmakers Propose Mandatory Annual Firearm Safety Classes for All K-12 Students
Two Republican lawmakers in Arizona have introduced legislation requiring all K-12 students to complete a firearm safety class every year, aiming to establish comprehensive arms training across the state's school system.
Arizona Lawmakers Propose Mandatory Annual Firearm Safety Classes for All K-12 Students
Two Arizona Republican legislators have introduced a bill requiring all K-12 students to complete firearm safety instruction annually, reflecting a growing focus on safety education as part of school curricula.
Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Partners with Electric Cooperatives to Improve Outdoor Safety
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission and Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas launched a three-year partnership aimed at elevating outdoor recreation safety across the state through coordinated education and outreach.
Arizona Lawmakers Propose Annual Firearm Safety Classes for All K-12 Students
Two Arizona Republican lawmakers have proposed a bill requiring mandatory annual firearm safety instruction for all K-12 students, joining Arkansas, Tennessee, and Utah in implementing such programs.
Arizona Lawmakers Propose Mandatory K-12 Firearm Safety Education
Two Arizona Republican legislators introduced a bill requiring all K-12 students to receive annual firearm safety instruction as part of standard curriculum.
Tennessee Schools Roll Out State-Mandated Gun Safety Program to All Students
Tennessee has implemented a new law requiring gun safety education in every public school classroom, from kindergarten through 12th grade, making it one of the first states to establish such a comprehensive curriculum mandate.
Tennessee Schools Begin Implementing Mandatory Gun Safety Education Program
Tennessee schools are implementing the state's new mandatory gun safety education program, making Tennessee the first state to require comprehensive firearm safety instruction from K-12.
Tennessee Becomes First State with Mandatory Firearm Safety Education for All K-12 Students
Tennessee schools implement the nation's first state-mandated firearm safety curriculum for all K-12 students, teaching age-appropriate safety principles and accident prevention.
Tennessee Schools Begin Implementation of State-Mandated Gun Safety Education Program
Tennessee schools are implementing a new state-mandated gun safety education program requiring classroom instruction for kindergarten through 12th-grade students as part of the school's commitment to student safety.
Louisville Police Inspector General Calls for More Firearms Instructors and Modern Training Facilities
A new report from Louisville's Inspector General identifies outdated shooting ranges as a barrier to comprehensive firearms training for law enforcement, recommending investment in new facilities and additional instructors.
Michigan Lawmakers Propose Eliminating Mandatory Training for Concealed Carry
Republican legislators in Michigan introduced bills that would allow residents to carry concealed firearms without a license or mandatory training requirements, a significant shift from current state law.
Two-Day Youth Hunter Safety Course Offers Hands-On Firearms Training in Iowa
Shenandoah Eagles is hosting a two-day youth hunter education course combining classroom instruction and practical firearm safety training for young and first-time hunters in the region.
Youth Hunter Education Programs Offer Two-Day Comprehensive Firearm Safety Training
A two-day hunter safety course for youth in Iowa combines classroom instruction with hands-on firearm training, preparing young hunters for responsible and safe field use.
Pennsylvania Hunter Proposes Certified Mentor Program to Support New Hunters
A Pennsylvania hunter is advocating for a certified mentor program connecting new hunters with experienced outdoors people, aiming to provide hands-on field safety training and knowledge transfer beyond classroom instruction.
Ohio Reports Surge in Concealed Carry Permit Applications Despite Constitutional Carry Status
Ohio's concealed carry license applications rose in 2025 even though the state doesn't require permits to carry, suggesting many gun owners still seek formal licensing and training.
CDC Research Shows Violence Exposure Linked to Youth Gun Carrying at Schools
A Centers for Disease Control and Prevention study of high school students found that youth exposed to violence are significantly more likely to carry firearms, highlighting connections between environmental factors and student behavior on school campuses.
Advocates Highlight Safe Storage After Child Fatally Shot with Unsecured Gun in Detroit
Following a 6-year-old's death from an unsecured firearm in Detroit, safety activists emphasize Michigan's safe storage law and the preventability of such incidents.
Tennessee Hospital Expands Free Gun Safety Program for New Parents
Erlanger Children's Hospital, partnering with Voices for a Safer Tennessee, is providing firearm safety information cards and free cable locks to parents of newborns to encourage secure storage practices.
Student-Authored Gun Safety Bill Advances in Minnesota Legislature
A firearm safety measure co-written by students at Edina High School passed the Minnesota House and moves to the Senate for consideration.
Oklahoma Advances Legislation to Require Gun Safety Curriculum in All Schools
Oklahoma lawmakers advance legislation requiring statewide gun safety education for K-12 students, with the bill generating debate about school capacity and age-appropriate instruction methods.
Women in South Africa Turn to Firearm Training and Martial Arts as Gender-Based Violence Surges
Rising demand for firearm safety training and martial arts among women in South Africa reflects the nation's gender-based violence crisis, prompting comprehensive self-defense education programs.
Oklahoma Proposes Mandatory Gun Safety Education in Public Schools
Oklahoma lawmakers are advancing legislation to require firearm safety education for all K-12 students beginning in the fall, joining other states with school-based gun safety programs.
Oklahoma Considers Statewide Firearm Safety Education Requirement Beginning in Fall 2026
Oklahoma lawmakers are debating legislation that would require all public schools to teach firearm safety lessons to students from kindergarten through high school, though some lawmakers question the feasibility of adding another state mandate to schools.
Everytown for Gun Safety Expands Mission with Direct Firearm Training Programs
Everytown for Gun Safety launches "Train SMART," a new firearm safety training program providing practical instruction to gun owners and enthusiasts as part of comprehensive violence prevention efforts.
Tennessee Implements Mandatory Gun Safety Education Videos for All K-12 Students
Tennessee launches mandatory gun safety education videos for all K-12 students, making it the first state to require comprehensive firearm safety instruction across all grade levels.
University of Iowa Researcher Outlines Three-Step Strategy to Prevent Child Firearm Deaths
University of Iowa researcher David Schwebel presents a three-step evidence-based plan to prevent unintentional child firearm deaths, addressing the leading cause of injury death for children ages 1-17.
National ASK Day Campaign Focuses on Child Firearm Safety and Asking About Gun Storage
National ASK Day campaigns raise awareness about child firearm safety, encouraging adults to ask about firearm presence and secure storage in homes and places where children spend time.
Wisconsin Physicians Receive Training on Firearm Safety to Better Counsel Patients
Wisconsin physicians are learning about firearms to better counsel patients about gun safety, secure storage, and suicide prevention during routine clinical care.