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(Cont. from previous page)Livonia, ARA matches, May 15,Jun 5, Jul 16-17-18 Area 3Tournament, Aug 21, Sept 18.Doug Brown812-620-6416Livonia, Bullseye matches, May23, Jun 13, Jul 4, Aug 8, Sept 12.Dave McIntyre812-282-5093Livonia, Silhouette matches, May30, Jun 27, Jul 25, Aug 29, Sept 26.Larry DeLong812-865-1416Michigan City Rifle Club, NSSFRimfire Challenge Match, 2ndSaturday each month.Peter Swenson630-670-6455swenson600@comcast.netSouthern Indiana R & P Club,Borden,OutdoorSmallbore,Conventional Any Sight, Apr 18,Aug 22. Prone Iron Sight Jun 6,Oct 10.Ted Carr859-608-8539maccarr13@yahoo.comSt. Joseph Valley R & P Assoc.,Bristol,Prone;Apr17,Conventional REGIONAL Jun12-13, Metric REGIONAL Aug28-29, Oct 16. F-Class; Apr 17,REGIONALJun12-13,REGIONAL Aug 28-29, Oct 16.Position;MetricProneREGIONAL May 1, ConventionalREGIONAL Jul 31.Cameron Zwart616-915-5718zwartcam@gvsu.eduCOWBOYACTION SHOOTINGStark County Desert, Knox, 4thSaturday March through October.Whip McCord219-942-5859Chicken Eye Bill219-767-2378SAM Range Knox@yahoo.comsam-range-knox.atspace.comSt. Joseph Valley R & P Assoc.,Bristol, Wolffs Rowdy RangersSASS, 3rd Saturday of each month.John at Valley R & P Club,Brookston, 3rd Saturday of eachmonth.Bill LACK POWDERNMLRA,Friendship,MuzzleLoading Pistol May 14-15-16, Jul16-17-18, Aug 20-21-22. NationalML Spring Shoot Jun 12-20.National Youth Shoot Jul 10-11.National Championship Shoot Sept11-19. NMLRA Turkey Shoot Oct9-10 812-667-5131.Russell tarke Associated Marksmen, Knox,Rimfire Bench Rest Silhouette, Apr18, May 16, Jun 19, Jul 18 Aug 15,Sept 19, Oct 17.Wayne 219-464-2192Steve 219-942-5859SAM Range Knox@yahoo.comsam-range-knox.atspace.comReceive YourQuarterlyMagazine Faster!Due to current conditionsregardingthe(Covid-19)Coronavirusand the need tocancel/reschedule most all eventsrelated to the shooting sports for theforeseeable future; we are asking allISRPA members to take a fewminutes of their time to log into ourwebsite and check that your currentemail account is valid. It is vital thatwe keep you, our members, up todate on what is happening in theISRPA. Your email address is usedonly by us and is never given out toother groups. We will only use youremail for; Legislative updates,monthly news report, onlineIndianaShootingSportsNews ifyoudesireandmembership renewals.If you have any problems loggingin, email Sue Mogle at vp@isrpa.orgwith your concerns. When you login, click on your name in the upperleft corner click on Edit Profile tochange your profile settings. Toreceive the email version of themagazine click on My DirectoryProfile to view the details of yourmembership.As a rule, due to printing, handlingand mailing, the electronic versionof the Indiana Shooting Sports Newsis available approximately twoweeks before the mailed copy isavailable.Also, be reminded thatthe on-line copy of the IndianShooting Sports News is in fullcolor as opposed to just the front andback pages of the print version.ISSN Apr-May-Jun 2021 Page 5

(President’s Column cont. from page 3)At the time of this writing, we believe that the Senate isconsidering dropping HB 1369 in exchange for aBudget Bill amendment which will make lifetime carrypermits free. The last day for Bills to be given a hearingin the Senate is this Thursday, April 8th and ISRPA willbe reaching out to all members to call their Senators tokeep the Bill alive.Senator Jim Tomes is keeping the fight alive with aSenate Resolution that will send the message to theFederal Government that Indiana will not support anyeffort that oppresses our Constitutional Rights.Attached on page 7 is a copy of the Resolution; SenatorTomes is now working on getting his colleagues to signon. There will be a Judiciary Committee hearing on theresolution this Thursday.Women’s CornerBy Dawn Hillyer, V-P Women of the ISRPAWelcome to all of our newGirls with Guns! As predictedthe number of ladies interestedin firearms has skyrocketeddramatically during the last year.We are so pleased to see so manyof you interested in self-defenseand sport shooting. IndianaGirls With Guns has some exciting things goingon. Including (but not limited to) Ladies Day at theRange, Partner Training, Conceal Carry Fashion Showand more.We've been busy putting together training resourcesThe Show Must Go On!and partnering ranges across the state to help provideongoing training options.Speaking of Senator Jim Tomes he has beenBe sure to like our Facebook page for all thenominated to serve on the NRA Board of upcoming details.Directors please remember to vote for Jim in theNRA board elections and tell all of your family &We'd also like to give a shout out to our friend andfriends!renown author Liz Lazarus. Liz's new book "Shades ofThe NRA announced that it will be having the 2021 Silence" will be out soon and is available for preorderNational Matches at Camp Atterbury July 6 - August at; Paperback: www.bit.ly/sosbylizEbook: www.bit.ly/sosbylizkindle28. See page 11 for more details.Thank you all for your support, hope to see you soon!ISRPA will be working to support the event and is Founder/CEO Hiding Hildaalso in the planning stages of hosting events around theNationals, including clinics, vendor row & exhibits,Hanna Davies hadspecial matches, and other events to bring us all back the question asked oftogether and celebrate the summer with a BANG!herbyJaredRigdon would youWe will keep you posted tune-in to the ISRPA be my prom date?website and emails for more details coming soon!However he chose ananalogy that onlyanothershooterwould understand.Hanna,IamStandinghereKneeling to ask youa question wouldyou be Prone to goto the prom with me.We can only guessthe answer.Hanna and Jared are members of Laughery ValleyFish & Game and junior members of ISRPA.Charlie Hiltunen,President ISRPAISSN Apr-May-Jun 2021 Page 6

SENATE RESOLUTION No. 39DIGEST OF INTRODUCED RESOLUTION18 and bear arms for the protection of themselves, theirstates, and21A SENATE RESOLUTION declaring that the policy of the 2state is to protect the constitutional right to keep and beararms.34TOMES, SANDLIN, BALDWIN,KRUSE, FREEMAN, GARTEN,BOOTS, GASKILL, DORIOTIntroducedFirst Regular Session 122nd General Assembly (2021)SENATE RESOLUTIONMADAM PRESIDENT:I offer the following resolution and move its adoption:1 A SENATE RESOLUTION declaring that the policy ofthe2state is to protect the constitutional right to keep andbear arms.567their country shall not be infringed;Whereas, Indiana has universal reciprocity for everystate'sfirearms carry permits, as well as a statewide preemptionlawthat restricts local governments from limiting citizens'rights todefend themselves and to carry firearms; andWhereas, In addition, Indiana is the first and onlystate tohave a lifetime firearms carry license: Therefore,8Be it resolved by the Senate of the9General Assembly of the State of Indiana:10 SECTION 1. That it is the policy of the Indiana Senatethat11 Indiana will oppose any punitive taxes, fines,confiscations,12 restrictions, or prohibitions concerning lawfulfirearms,13 accessories, or ammunition.14 SECTION 2. That it is the policy of the Indiana Senatethat15 Indiana will not comply with or assist in any attempts,state or16 local, or foreign or domestic, to restrict the constitutionalrights17 of Hoosiers:3Whereas, The Constitution of the United States ofAmerica,4in the second amendment, states: "A well regulatedmilitia,5being necessary to the security of a free State, the18 SECTION 3. That it is the policy of the Indiana Senateright of thethat6people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed"; 19 Indiana will not restrict or otherwise limit or penalize the20 manufacture, possession, sale, distribution, or purchase7Whereas, The Constitution of the State of Indiana, inof8Article I, Section 32, states: "The people shall have a 21 firearms based on their ornamentation or appearance, orright toon their9bear arms, for the defense of themselves and the22 magazine or ammunition capacity.State";23 SECTION 4. That it is the policy of the Indiana Senatethat10 Whereas, All power is inherent in the people and all24Indiana will ensure that manufacturers, retailers,freedistributers,11 governments are, and of right ought to be, founded25 companies, and persons that deal and manufacture theon the12 people's authority and instituted for the people's peace, products26 that are protected under both the United States andsafety,Indiana13 and well-being;14Whereas, The free, ongoing, and unencumbered right 27 constitutions are provided with the same robust rights toengageto28 in lawful commerce as all Hoosiers enjoy.15 possess modern and serviceable firearms, ammunition,and29 SECTION 5. That the Secretary of the Senate transmit a16 accessories is necessary to protect these rights;30 copy of this Resolution to the legislative council.17Whereas, The constitutional rights of Americans tokeep2021RR3534/DINMISSN Apr-May-Jun 2021 Page 7

(Norma Lawrence continued from front page)In her position as Development Director for theIndiana State Rifle & Pistol Association and the IndianaYouth Shooting Sports Foundation, Norma has already“hit the ground running”, identifying opportunities,facilitating communications and relationships, and among initial events- representing IYSSF and ISRPA atFriends of the NRA events in Indiana. Look for her atthe ISRPA/IYSSF table at these events, introduceyourself and show her your membership card - or signup for membership - to get your ticket for the 2021ISRPA member drawing.Norma was reintroduced to the shooting sports whenshe was the Development Director for the IndianaRepublican State Party and Team Holcomb (GovernorEric Holcomb). She planned and organized theGovernor’s Annual Clay Shoot Fundraiser for severalyears. First Lady Janet Holcomb is an avid shooter andinspired Norma to give it a try. She started takinglessons and quickly fell in love with the sport.Norma’s boundless energy and positive outlook nevercease to amaze. In addition to her many other activities,Norma and her twin sister Elizabeth actively promoteBreast Cancer Awareness. They recently sponsoredand planned a shopping fundraiser for KomenFoundation called Twins for Tata’s. Though their ownexperiences they have identified multiple needs foreducation and support, and are working on starting newprograms for those who will be undergoing DoubleMastectomy.Welcome aboard, Norma! Look forward to seeingupdates from Norma in future ISSN magazines in hernew Development Director column.Please support our advertisers, as they support our association.ISSN Apr-May-Jun 2021 Page 8

Junior OlympicQualifierBy Diane Rice, Director NEThe Indiana Junior Olympic Qualifier was held onFebruary 21-27-28. As a result of the pandemic, twomatches were conducted simultaneously. The X Countin Fort Wayne hosted both the Indiana and the Ohioqualifying match. In addition, athletes from numerousother states drove to Indiana to compete as eventsaround the country had been cancelled. This year’sevent highlighted a significant increase in the numberof pistol competitors mostly due to the new LaugheryValley program run by Bill Jordan. 135 athletescompeted for state level honors and an opportunity tomove on to the National Junior Olympics at HillsdaleCollege in May. Indiana State Champions are asfollows:Men’s AirEli Guise,Men’s SmallboreEli GuiseWomen’s AirMackenzie MillerWomen’s Smallbore Bremen ButlerMen’s PistolThomas LuehrmannWomen’s PistolHanna DaviesIndiana Qualifiers after first round cut scores wereannounced are as follows:Men’s Air – Eli Guise, Saxon Weaver, Elias Hunt,Joe Neireiter, Chris Jennings.Women’s Air Rifle – Mackenzie Miller, BremenButler, Grayce Tappy, Alysa Yancey, Alivia Perkins,Gretchen Schleinkofer, Samantha ShultzMen’s Smallbore – Eli GuiseWomen’s Smallbore – Mackenzie Miller, BremenButler, Alivia PerkinsMen’s Pistol – Thomas LuehrmannFNRA Events and ISRPA DrawingsFNRA Banquets are great times with good food, loadsof events and opportunities to win prizes, and gettogether with friends. While you’re there visit theISRPA/IYSSF table and introduce yourself to ourNEW Development Director, Norma Lawrence. Showher your membership for a ticket for the ISRPAMember Drawing 2021.ISRPA has some great prizes for our 2021 MemberDrawing. All members of ISRPA who show theirHanna Davies Women’s Pistol State ChampionThere will be second round cut scores but thosewon't be for about 3 weeks.membership card at any FNRA event in 2021 willreceive a ticket for the drawing. Not a member? Youcan join at the event and get your ticket when youbecome a member. One ticket per member for eachevent you attend - no limit to how many FNRAevents you attend. More information on prizes andadditional events are at the ISRPA Events/Index/15You can search by zip code, dates, events. Become asponsor or become a volunteer!ISSN Apr-May-Jun 2021 page 9

LEGISLATIVE REPORTBy Bill Dowden, Legislative DirectorElections do haveconsequencesandAmericans are remindedof that in these first trol of the WhiteHouse and congress, theadministration is movingto fulfill the Democrat candidates’ promises made to theiranti-2nd Amendment friends. After hearing aboutmandatory buybacks of now-legal firearms, universalbackground checks which is a precursor to confiscation,banning semi-automatic rifles, ratification of the UnitedNations Small Arms Treaty, etc., all during the monthsleading up to the election, no one can claim to besurprised.Fortunately for Hoosiers, we have had legislators overthe years who interpret and apply the 2nd Amendment theway the Founding Fathers wrote it. In these final days ofthis legislative session Senators Jim Tomes, JackSandlin, and Scott Baldwin have authored SenateResolution #39, which is co-authored and/or endorsed bya majority of their fellow Senators, which declares“ that the policy of the state is to protect theconstitutional right to keep and bear arms” and that thestate will oppose attempts to restrict the constitutionalrights of Hoosier gun owners and legal firearmsbusinesses.For the last several years there has been a growing trendby national and international mega-corporations tooppose any legislation which favors our “traditionalvalues.” The Legislature saw this when they weredebating “state preemption” to protect gun ownersaround the state; some large companies and sportscorporations threatened to move out of the state if the billpassed. Thankfully, the legislators held firm against thethreats and passed the bill. Another case was the threatsfrom the same group to move out of Indiana if thegovernor signed the “religious freedom” bill as passed bythe Legislature. Currently those same groups arethreatening nationally those states which are trying toinsure that their elections are fair, honest, and devoid offraud. Just this week Major League Baseball announcedthey were moving the All-Star game out of Georgiabecause their Legislature passed a law guaranteeing fairand honest elections with easy access for all voters.Gun owners need to remember the oft-quotedadmission of German Lutheran Pastor Niemoller: “Firstthey came for , but not me. Then they came for , butnot me. Then they came for me and there was no one tohelp me.” Members of the ISRPA and other gun ownersmust be aware of the attacks on our constitutionallyprotected rights and freedom and let your officials at alllevels, local, state, and federal, know that you supportthose who defend your God-given freedom as anAmerican citizen.As usual, you can follow the actions of the GeneralAssembly and a summary of the bills passed in thissession by logging on to www.in.gov/legislative.NRA Board of Director NomineeJames A. Tomes, Evansville,IN; I joined the NRA in 1986 andbecame an Endowment memberin 2013.In the early 90’s I beganworking as a NRA GrassrootsCoordinatorforIndiana’sth8 Congressional District. Also Ibegan setting up a table at the gunshows in my area recruiting for NRA memberships. Iwas involved in helping to get pro-gun candidates electedto office at all levels.In January 1999 we started a local gun rights groupcalled the 2nd Amendment Patriots, which I have been thedirector of since its beginning.We received the NRA Grassroots of the Year award in2000. We are now in our 22nd year. We were responsiblein working to get the first in the Nation a LifetimeHandgun Permit in Indiana, as well as other pro-gunlegislation.My wife, Margie, and I just celebrated our 50th weddinganniversary. We have 3 children and 4 grandchildren. Iserved 3 years in the Army, one year in Vietnam with the101st Airborne as a Specialist 5th Class.I retired from the trucking industry in 2006 with 33years. I was elected to the Indiana State Senate in 2010and am currently serving my 3rd term. I am Chairman ofthe Veterans and Military committee. As a Republican Ihave passed many pro-gun bills into law, such as thepreemption law. I repealed the ban on short barreledshotguns in the state and allowing staff at the Statehouseto possess guns in the building and provide people tohave a handgun in their cars without a handgun licenses,to name a few.ISSN Apr-May-Jun 2021 Page 10

Registration for 2021 NRA NationalChampionships Opens Apr. 8NRA COMPETITION REGISTRATION PORTALThe 2021 NRA National Championships for Smallbore Rifle, Precision Pistol and High Power Rifle will be firedon the first-class ranges of the Indiana National Guard at Camp Atterbury, Ind., beginning on Jul. 6 and concludingAug. 28. Online registration will open at 9:00 a.m. EST on Thursday, Apr. 8 via the Competitive Shooting WebPortal. If you haven’t set up your profile there already, please do so at competitor.nra.org/Register.aspx.Last year, Smallbore and Precision Pistol were set to join High Power Rifle at Camp Atterbury, re-uniting theNRA National Championships at a single venue, but this was delayed due to Covid-19. The NRA High PowerRifle Nationals have been held at Camp Atterbury since 2017. Read the full article and find the National MatchCalendar at https://www.ss

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