Political Involvement
Springfield Armory, Inc. has played a major role in vocally opposing former Gov. Rod Blagojevich's proposed assault weapons ban that threatened to ban firearm manufacturing in Illinois.
Co-CEO of Springfield Armory Dennis Reese announced on July 13, 2008, that Springfield Armory will provide $1,000,000 to kick off the National Rifle Association's new Competitive Shooting & National Championships Endowment.
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