The Second Amendment does not stop at the shoreline.

That is why Gun Owners of America through Fuerza 2A, our Hispanic coalition, are fighting to restore gun rights in Puerto Rico and across America’s territories.

If the American flag flies there, the right to keep and bear arms applies there.

And so should your concealed carry permit apply there!

Alisabet Falu Valdes, GOA’s National Chair of Fuerza 2A, fighting for your Second Amendment rights.

Right now, that principle is being tested in Puerto Rico.

Two pro-Second Amendment bills — PC 1138 and PC 950 — are actively moving through the Puerto Rico House and Senate. The window to influence lawmakers is open — but it will not stay open for long.

GOA believes Puerto Rico should adopt constitutional carry — immediately.

But meaningful reform often happens step by step. These two bills represent a critical and immediate opportunity to restore constitutional rights for millions of Americans.

If we do not act now, that opportunity could slip away.

PC 1138 – Restoring Carry Rights

PC 1138 would move Puerto Rico closer to full Second Amendment recognition by:

• Allowing reciprocity so Americans with carry permits from their home state can lawfully carry while visiting Puerto Rico
• Clarifying that individuals may carry more than one handgun
• Requiring firearms held during criminal investigations to be returned immediately
• Eliminating redundant dealer inspections done by Puerto Rico Police Bureau since these inspections are already conducted by the Federal Government

Most importantly, this bill would allow Americans visiting the island to exercise their right to self-defense instead of being forced to leave it behind when they travel.

That is a historic shift — but only if lawmakers hear from you now.

Alisabet Falu Valdes, representing GOA & Fuerza 2A, registered to lobby in Puerto Rico.

PC 950 – Protecting Victims

PC 950 strengthens protections for victims of domestic violence.

Instead of forcing victims to rely on a temporary 90-day permit, this bill would grant an immediate five-year firearms carry permit — free of charge.

No victim should be left defenseless while navigating bureaucracy.

Delays cost lives. Action saves them.

Why This Fight Matters — Right Now

Today, law-abiding Americans cannot legally carry in Puerto Rico — even if licensed in their home state.

That means millions are forced to surrender their right to self-defense the moment they arrive. And that impacts American gun owners who travel from the mainland to Puerto Rico.

That is unacceptable.

And if we remain silent, nothing changes.

The Constitution must be respected everywhere the American flag flies — including Puerto Rico.

But lawmakers need to hear from GOA members immediately while these bills are under consideration.

Take Action – Contact Puerto Rico’s Lawmakers!

Fuerza 2A needs you to act today.

Contact lawmakers in the Puerto Rico House and Senate with just a couple of clicks from your mouse and tell them:

• Support PC 1138 and PC 950
• The Second Amendment applies in Puerto Rico
• Americans should be able to lawfully carry while visiting the island
• You will visit Puerto Rico if lawful carry is recognized — and that being unable to exercise your Second Amendment rights currently prevents you from traveling there

Time matters.

Silence helps the opposition.

Your message could be the difference between progress and stagnation.

Yes, Puerto Rico should ultimately recognize constitutional carry, just like many U.S. states.

But these bills are a major step forward, if we push them across the finish line.

Stand with Gun Owners of America.

Stand with Fuerza 2A.

Stand for the Constitution.

Act now.

In Liberty,

Alisabet Falu Valdes
Fuerza 2A National Chair
Gun Owners of America

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