The Gunslinger Syndicated Radio Show • February 22, 2026
CRPA Bills Update, Grizzly Bear Reintroduction & Self-Defense Act
Rick from the California Rifle and Pistol Association comes in with an unusual report: this session saw the bill count drop from a hundred to just twenty, and for the first time in memory the opposing and supporting tallies are dead even. The fights worth watching include AB 2047, which would restrict 3D printing technology in ways that affect anyone sourcing legacy parts for older firearms no longer in production; a CRPA-backed bill to hold the state accountable for data breaches like the CCW doxxing incident that put concealed carriers' home addresses on the internet; AB 2584, the Preemptive Self-Defense Act, designed to stop prosecutors from using a defender's prior training or muscle memory against them in court; and a bill that would reintroduce grizzly bears to California, which Jeff and Rick find more alarming than most of the gun legislation.
In This Episode
- CRPA Legislative Update: Fewer Bills This Year
- Opposing 3D Printing Restrictions in AB 2047
- Bill to Hold State Accountable for Data Breaches
- Bill to Reintroduce Grizzly Bears in California
- Preemptive Self-Defense Act of 2026 in AB 2584
- Spot Bills from Norris and Schiavo to Watch
- Encouraging Offensive Year and Community Involvement
- Interview with Sheriff Bianco on Defunding DOJ
- AB 1948 Extends Licenses from Three to Six Years
- Supreme Court Case Update
- How to Join or Contact CRPA
- Reflections on CRPA Progress and Call to Vote
- Time for Listener Calls
CRPA Legislative Update: Fewer Bills This Year
Rick reports a drop from a hundred bills last year to just twenty this session. Six are minor fixes under monitoring, seven opposed, and seven supported. It is a dead even split for the first time, putting the CRPA on offense.
Opposing 3D Printing Restrictions in AB 2047
Assembly Bill 2047 from Bauer-Kahan targets 3D printing blocking technology. Folks use 3D printers to fix parts on older firearms no longer in production. The CRPA plans to testify against it.
Bill to Hold State Accountable for Data Breaches
A CRPA-backed bill addresses data breaches like the CCW doxxing incident that exposed personal information and endangered lives. It aims to hold the state accountable.
Bill to Reintroduce Grizzly Bears in California
A bill proposes bringing back grizzly bears extinct in California since the early 1900s. Grizzlies run two to three times larger than black bears. With existing predator issues like wolves, this adds to the zoo.
Preemptive Self-Defense Act of 2026 in AB 2584
AB 2584 prevents using a defender’s background, training, or fighting skills against them in reasonable force determinations. Muscle memory from past training often gets twisted in court.
Spot Bills from Norris and Schiavo to Watch
Spot bills from Assemblywoman Norris and Schiavo need monitoring as they could evolve. On the Senate side, a new bill expands prohibited persons status for ten years after certain crimes, covering firearms and ammunition.
Encouraging Offensive Year and Community Involvement
This year looks offensive with bills clawing back rights. Attending auctions, competitive shooting, exercising Second Amendment rights, normalizing discussions, and voting all contribute to wins. Sign up for CRPA at auctions.
Interview with Sheriff Bianco on Defunding DOJ
In an interview with Sheriff Bianco, he plans to defund the DOJ to curb bad bills. Without funds, they cannot enforce problematic laws. CRPA supports Chad Bianco amid mudslinging.
AB 1948 Extends Licenses from Three to Six Years
AB 1948 from Democrat Ramos extends licenses from three to six years. It mirrors a prior CRPA proposal. Now co-authored by Republican Leticia Castillo, it is a positive bipartisan bill.
Supreme Court Case Update
No new word from the Supreme Court, but the case was not dismissed, so it remains under consideration.
How to Join or Contact CRPA
Visit crpa.org to join or donate. For questions, email [email protected]. God bless Gunslingers and listeners.
Reflections on CRPA Progress and Call to Vote
Calls with CRPA have shifted from pure defense to offense over seven years. A pro-2A governor could change everything. Get off the couch, vote Republican like for Chad Bianco or Steve Hilton, and avoid splitting votes in the jungle primary.
Time for Listener Calls
Time for phone calls at 866-870-5752. The show needs your input.