Posted on August 7, 2015

Oregon Law Requiring Background Checks for Private Gun Sales Goes Into Effect Sunday

By Penny Okamoto, Executive Director of Ceasefire Oregon

This Sunday, August 9th, the Oregon Firearms Safety Act (OFSA) requiring background checks for almost all private gun sales will go into effect. Ceasefire Oregon welcomes the new law and looks forward to a reduction in firearms-related crime.

Read the statement here: http://newtrajectory.blogspot.com/2015/08/oregon-law-requiring-backgroun…

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You are ready to take action to stop gun violence. Here's how to contact your legislators and make your voice heard.

Oregon's Senators are:

Senator Ron Wyden: (503) 326-7525
Senator Jeff Merkley: (503) 326-3386

Oregon's Representatives are:

Rep. Suzanne Bonamici: (503) 469-6010
Rep. Greg Walden: (541) 389-4408
Rep. Earl Blumenauer: (503) 231-2300
Rep. Peter DeFazio: (541) 465-6732
Rep. Kurt Schrader: (503) 557-1324

When you call, identify yourself as a constituent. If you are speaking with a staff member, be polite and ask the person's name. Chances are, you'll be speaking with that person again. Give a clear and simple message like "Please vote NO on Bill XYZ." Ask if you can be called back about the issue. If you are uncomfortable talking to a staff member, call after hours and leave a message. It still counts!