Recently, ATF-41P's final action date was changed from December 2015 to January 2016, prompting a lot of speculation and concern, especially in light of President Obama's announcement of 2,224 new proposed rules, which he hopes to implement prior to his departure. As many of our viewers are aware, Firearms Industry Consulting Group® (FICG®), a division … Continue reading ATF-41P Update
New National Defense Authorization Appropriations Bill with Substantial Pro-Second Amendment Provisions
Last week, the Senate passed S. 1356 - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016, which included a couple significant pro-Second Amendment provisions. First, pursuant to Section 526, a process must be established by the Secretary of Defense no later than December 31, 2015, through which members of the Armed Forces may carry an … Continue reading New National Defense Authorization Appropriations Bill with Substantial Pro-Second Amendment Provisions
Hunting with Silencers in PA is Legal!
A number of individuals have inquired with our office whether it is legal to hunt with a silencer in PA. As silencers have become more popular, affordable and increasingly marketed to the hunting community, they are being utilized in the field by more people than ever. In Pennsylvania, it is legal to hunt while using … Continue reading Hunting with Silencers in PA is Legal!
Taxation on Legal Services in PA Likely Unless You Act Now!
Next Monday or Tuesday there will likely be a vote on Senate Bill 76 which will potentially affect the cost to obtain legal services within the state. The proposed legislation would implement a 7% tax on legal services within the state. This tax would be detrimental to those who have a difficult time affording legal services … Continue reading Taxation on Legal Services in PA Likely Unless You Act Now!
REVOLUTION NOW: FIVE CLEAN ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES–2015 UPDATE
U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) releases November 2015 Clean Energy Report. For decades, America has anticipated the transformational impact of clean energy technologies. As the federal government and industry made long-term investments to support those technologies, some critics became impatient, claiming a clean energy future would “always be five years away.” Today, the DOE reports … Continue reading REVOLUTION NOW: FIVE CLEAN ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES–2015 UPDATE
PA Hunter Safety Course Available Online
Pennsylvania law requires that first time hunters take and pass an approved Hunter Safety Course prior to purchasing their first hunting license. Unfortunately for individuals who are unaware of this requirement, there is nothing in the system that would prevent a clerk from selling them a license. As such, individuals are at risk for purchasing … Continue reading PA Hunter Safety Course Available Online
Solar Industry SunShot Catalyst Demo Day on December 10th in Philadelphia
SunShot launched the Catalyst prize competition in 2014 to connect American innovators to the tools, capabilities, data assets, and resources developed by the Energy Department and its national laboratories. Through four contests, the competition challenges tech startups to tackle some of the toughest challenges facing the solar industry with the goal of cutting soft costs … Continue reading Solar Industry SunShot Catalyst Demo Day on December 10th in Philadelphia
No Relief, No Surrender
On Monday evening, 11/09/2015, the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals failed to surprise anyone, issuing a 2-1 decision that affirms the current injunction against the Executive expansion of DACA. >>See decision here<< The reader may recall that this blog has attempted to provide some coverage of this increasingly fraught showdown. See explanation of DAPA and litigation here. As … Continue reading No Relief, No Surrender
Prince Law Offices, P.C. Receives U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firm” Ranking
Prince Law Offices, P.C., a Pennsylvania-based law firm, is pleased to announce that it has been recognized as a Best Law Firm in rankings from U.S. News – Best Lawyers. Firms included in the 2016 "Best Law Firms" list are recognized for professional excellence with persistently impressive ratings from clients and peers. Achieving a tiered … Continue reading Prince Law Offices, P.C. Receives U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firm” Ranking
The 411 on National Reciprocity for Concealed Carry
Since the prosecution of Shaneen Allen, there has been a push across the United States for national reciprocity but few are aware of the proposed reciprocity bills. While I have some concerns about national reciprocity (which I review below), it is important to understand the four currently pending bills regarding national reciprocity. Senate Bill 498, … Continue reading The 411 on National Reciprocity for Concealed Carry
