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Secret Service report examines mass violence trends over 5 years

February 8, 2023

The comprehensive report examined 173 incidents of targeted violence and highlighted the observable commonalities among the attackers.

736 million passengers benefit from TSA improvements

Security Staff

January 23, 2023

TSA increases efficiency, stops a record number of firearms, improves access control and screens passengers faster, boosting travel security in 2022.

2021 is a record-breaking year for TSA firearm detection

October 20, 2021

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers detected a record number of firearms at airport security checkpoints this year, establishing a 20-year record with three months remaining in the calendar year and fewer passengers traveling due to the pandemic.

The Los Angeles Airport police have a full-time emergency services unit armed with rifles and a tactical team that provides protection in those areas along with patrol officers

Governor Larry Hogan announces expansion of Maryland Criminal Intelligence Network

July 29, 2020

Governor Larry Hogan announced the addition of law enforcement agencies to the Maryland Criminal Intelligence Network, a criminal justice strategy that encourages local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies to collaborate and share information to target, disrupt, and dismantle gangs, as well as criminal organizations involved in drug, firearm, and human trafficking operations.

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Virginia judge upholds universal background check law

July 15, 2020

Lynchburg, Virginia Circuit Court Judge Patrick Yeatts has largely upheld Virginia’s new law requiring a background check on all gun sales, but has issued a limited, narrow injunction, which Attorney General Mark R. Herring intends to appeal, temporarily blocking the law from applying to handgun purchases made by 18-20 year olds.

Santa Fe, Texas ISD Authorizes Individuals to Carry Firearms on District Property

March 12, 2020

The Santa Fe, Texas ISD Board of Trustees approved the implementation of the Guardian Program, which authorizes certain individuals to carry a weapon on district property.

Constitutional Carry Law Challenge Rejected by Oklahoma District Judge

November 1, 2019

Oklahoma County District Judge Don Andrews rejected a request by pro-gun control advocates to toss a law eliminating requirements for most gun owners to undergo a background check or training before carrying a firearm in public.

U.S. Firearms Sales Increase 10 Percent in September 2019

October 15, 2019

The Small Arms Analytics & Forecasting (SAAF) estimates September 2019 U.S. firearms sales at 1,064,579 units, a year-over-year increase of 10.7 percent from September 2018.

Universal Background Check Bill Introduced by Wisconsin State Democrats

August 15, 2019

Gov. Tony Evers, Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes, Attorney General Josh Kaul, Rep. Melissa Sargent (D-Madison) and Sen. LaTonya Johnson (D-Milwaukee) announce LRB-3949, a bill that aims to require background checks for those purchasing or transferring firearms.

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Fostering Accountability Through Weapons Equipment Management

Danny Garrido

August 13, 2019

When it comes to managing sensitive equipment as a public safety officer, your firearms are some of the most high-risk assets you can leave improperly secured. While there’s been a lot of conversation in the media about how to use firearms responsibly, there are several best practices you can utilize to help ensure that they are only accessible to authorized personnel who are fully accountable for their use.