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NSSF's 2026 Congressional Report Card Released

On September 16, 2026, the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), the leading trade association for the firearm industry, published its much-anticipated 2026 Congressional Report Card. This report provides a critical evaluation of current U.S. Representatives and Senators based on their legislative activities concerning issues vital to the firearm industry and the safeguarding of Second Amendment rights.

The concise report highlights the positions of lawmakers on matters instrumental to American hunters and recreational target shooters, just weeks ahead of the November elections. As the electoral season gathers momentum, this report serves as a vital resource for voters keen on understanding where their elected officials stand on the critical issues affecting the firearm community.

According to Lawrence G. Keane, NSSF Senior Vice President and General Counsel, the report card is designed to assist voters in evaluating their lawmakers' commitment to the lawful commerce of firearms and ammunition and to protecting the rights of responsible gun owners. “This nonpartisan report card reflects the lawmakers' support for our industry during the 119th Congress,” Keane explains. The grading criteria assess public voting records, sponsorship of key legislation, and even engagement in relevant committees.

In total, the NSSF has recognized 14 U.S. Senators and 71 U.S. Representatives, who were awarded the prestigious distinction of being named to the