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Federal US judge strikes down Illinois assault weapons ban over Second Amendment violations

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A federal US judge struck down Illinois’ Protect Illinois Communities Act (PICA) on Friday, ruling it unconstitutional under the Second Amendment of the US Constitution. The post Federal US judge strikes down Illinois assault weapons ban over Second Amendment violations appeared first on JURIST - News.

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US appeals court upholds Illinois assault rifle ban

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The US Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit vacated a preliminary injunction on Friday against the Illinois assault weapon ban passed earlier this year. Despite constant attacks by the gun lobby that puts ideology over people’s lives, here in Illinois we have stood up and said ‘no more’ to weapons of war on our streets.

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US Supreme Court refuses to block Illinois assault rifle ban, again

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The US Supreme Court refused to block Illinois’ assault weapon and high-capacity magazine ban on Thursday. In response to the order, Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul stated , “The Assault Weapons Ban is an essential part in addressing gun violence in our communities.

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Federal judge blocks Illinois assault rifle ban

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An Illinois federal district judge Friday issued a preliminary injunction to prevent the enforcement of Illinois’ Protect Illinois Communities Act (PICA) until there is a final determination as to the law’s constitutionality. The case is in the US District Court for the Southern District of Illinois.

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Illinois state judge declares state assault rifle ban unconstitutional

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Forbes Friday ruled that the Illinois statewide ban on the sale and manufacturing of assault rifles is unconstitutional under the Illinois Constitution. ” Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed the Protect Illinois Communities Act into law earlier this year. .” Associate Judge Rodney S.

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Illinois governor signs law prohibiting book bans in public libraries

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Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed a first-of-its-kind bill into law on Monday which eliminates book bans, requiring public libraries in the state to ensure they offer a diverse range of materials. In Illinois, we are showing the nation what it really looks like to stand up for liberty.”

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Illinois Governor signs bills effectively ending statewide immigration detention

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Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed four new bills into law on Monday that in effect end immigration detention by expanding protections for immigrants and refugees. In an attempt to establish “Illinois as the most welcoming state in the nation,” he also issued an executive order creating the Welcoming Illinois Office.