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Friday, May 31, 2013  In unwanted way, ricin letters highlight New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg's stature in gun-laws debate

Friday, May 03, 2013  The powerful gun rights lobby gathers in Houston this weekend for its annual convention and organizers anticipate a rollicking, Texas-sized party.

Monday, April 29, 2013  Proponents of background checks for gun sales are exploring ballot options

Friday, April 12, 2013  Gun bill clears first Senate hurdle, debate on background checks starts Tuesday

Monday, April 08, 2013  In a country where at least a third of households have firearms, it's hard to impose stricter arms rules without support from gun owners.

Friday, March 22, 2013  Senate leader Reid says Democrats' gun bill will seek expanded background checks for buyers

Tuesday, March 12, 2013  Senate panel ready to OK Dems' bill on gun background checks, fate in full Senate less sure

Tuesday, March 05, 2013  National Rifle Association will be primary sponsor of NASCAR Sprint Cup race in Texas in April

Wednesday, February 13, 2013  A Senate panel has advanced a bill intended to let people with concealed weapon permits carry their gun into restaurants.

Tuesday, February 12, 2013  Gun victims' families, others take opposing sides at latest Senate hearing on firearms curbs

Wednesday, January 30, 2013  Former Rep. Gabrielle Giffords spoke haltingly, a result of the wounds suffered when she was shot in the head in an attempted assassination two years ago that left six others dead.

Tuesday, January 15, 2013  The trade show is focusing on new products and services and is closed to the public.

Monday, January 14, 2013  The NRA says it thinks Congress would likely prevent a new assault weapons ban.

Thursday, January 10, 2013  Vice President Joe Biden to meet with NRA as gun violence taskforce nears deadline.

Friday, December 28, 2012  Proposed legislation would exempt weapons made in South Carolina from federal regulations.