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DALLAS, Aug. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — GunsAmerica.com, the nation’s oldest and most trusted online gun exchange, is proud to promote the Pause to Protect initiative during National Shooting Sports Month. This voluntary, community-driven program empowers firearm owners and retailers to take simple, effective steps to prevent tragedy—while protecting the rights of law-abiding Americans.
Founded by multidisciplinary experts at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Pause to Protect provides free educational resources, secure storage guidance, and support for gun shops and ranges. The program focuses on keeping firearms out of the wrong hands—whether that’s deterring theft, preventing youth access, or giving someone in crisis time and space to get help.
“Responsible gun ownership is a pillar of the Second Amendment,” said Chris Linville, GunsAmerica Chief Operating Officer. “Pause to Protect strengthens that culture by giving gun owners the tools to protect their families, communities, and freedoms—without government mandates.”
Unlike political efforts that often divide the firearms community, Pause to Protect builds unity. The program works closely with retailers near military bases, offering stipends to support secure storage options. It also partners with veterans’ groups to address the pressing issue of firearm suicide, which accounts for more than 60% of active-duty service member suicides, according to Department of Defense data.
The initiative does not collect personal data or impose regulations. Instead, it relies on voluntary participation, technical guidance, and real-world solutions. Retailers can choose what works best—whether that’s providing in-store lockboxes, offering discounted safes, or simply educating customers about safe storage practices.
National Shooting Sports Month celebrates the tradition, skill, and responsibility of American gun owners. By supporting Pause to Protect, GunsAmerica is calling on the 2A community to take that responsibility one step further—because protecting our rights means protecting each other.
For more information on how to get involved with Pause to Protect, visit www.pausetoprotect.org. To learn more about GunsAmerica’s commitment to safe, responsible firearm ownership, visit gunsamerica.com.
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Founded in 1997, GunsAmerica.com is one of the oldest and most trusted online firearms marketplaces in the United States. Connecting millions of gun buyers and sellers, GunsAmerica is dedicated to responsible gun ownership and fiercely supports Second Amendment rights. With comprehensive editorial content, secure marketplace features, and robust industry partnerships, GunsAmerica remains the go-to platform for firearms enthusiasts nationwide.
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