Well, that was short lived, but still a win for OC, sort of.  The re-vote happened last night and this time it passed the California Senate.  However, there were amendments made that required it to go back to the Assembly for approval.  They could not get it done before midnight which means the bill is effectively dead.

Here's what I see as the main issue: if they had more time, it would have passed.  If it had passed, the hypocritical RINO Schwarzenegger would have signed it into law.

It would have been disappointing but not surprising to see that happen considering the locale.

On the other hand, it is almost a certainty that the law would have been immediately challenged as unconstitutional.  With the way things have been gonig in other states where there are strict anti-gun laws being thrown out, it would have a good chance of being overturned in California too.

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Just saw the news on GunPundit.com. The vote was super close, so if you are an open-carry advocate and live in Cali, pick up the phone and make sure the next vote doesn't go the other way.

Great news: California Senate rejects open-carry gun ban

The California Senate rejected a bill Monday that would have made it illegal to carry unloaded guns in public, but lawmakers will give the vote one more try.

Monday’s 20-16 vote fell one short of the majority needed, but the Senate will reconsider the measure Tuesday.

The bill, AB1934, was introduced after a series of demonstrations by gun-rights organizations during which they encouraged participants to openly carry unloaded weapons. California law lets gun owners carry a rifle or handgun in a holster if it is not loaded.

Via Instapundit, who writes

Okay, it’s a small thing. But it’s California.

Breaking News!  The EPA has soundly dismissed the first part of the petition which would ban the use of lead in ammunition.  The second part, pertaining to fishing tackle, is still under review.  There is a link at the bottom where comments can be made specifically for that.  This huge victory is attributed mainly to the NRA, but I'm sure the calls and comments from regular folk didn't hurt.

EPA Denies Petition Calling for Lead Ammunition Ban

WASHINGTON - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency today denied a petition calling for a ban on the production and distribution of lead hunting ammunition. EPA sent a letter to the petitioners explaining the rejection – that letter can be found here: http://www.epa.gov/oppt/chemtest/pubs/sect21.html

Steve Owens, EPA assistant administrator for the Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention, issued the following statement on the agency's decision:

"EPA today denied a petition submitted by several outside groups for the agency to implement a ban on the production and distribution of lead hunting ammunition. EPA reached this decision because the agency does not have the legal authority to regulate this type of product under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) – nor is the agency seeking such authority.

This is a cool vid.  MGM is a local company and sponsors or hosts a number of events at the Parma Rod & Gun club.  What is the Ironman you ask?

The MGM Ironman is a "one of a kind" match and has been since its actualization in 1999. Mike Gibson developed an idea for the type of match that he wanted to shoot. It is long, intense, and you shoot till you drop! Mike frequently says, "this match isn't for weenies or crybabies".

I'd like to participate in this at some point, but it'll take me a while to get geared up.

(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLStC7tcDc4)

Ok, so not exactly an official music video.  This was likely put together by someone at the shoot.  If I didn't know better, I'd say it was a promo for Magpul.  The gear and the movement all looks very familiar.  Well done video, have a look.

(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xcT1mw0i4fE)

Remember Steve Lee, that Aussie guy that made the "I Like Guns" music video?  He's at it again Here is his new release titled "I'll Give Up My Gun."

(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1geyoxeifk0)

The Firearm Blog is holding a contest to give away 1000 rounds of .380 ACP from Lucky Gunner (http://www.luckygunner.com/).  Since .380 is still a little pricey, you can bet that I'm gonna throw my name into the hat!  Information about the contest can be found here: http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2010/07/17/bloggers-win-1000-rounds-o...

Reposted from RedState. Any NRA supporters out there should read this.  Is it bad enough that I would quit membership?  Mmm, it's getting close, but they still have a lot of pull to do good in the legislature.  I do prefer GOA and I'm told JPFO are upstanding as well.