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Press Release: Idaho Second Amendment Alliance Condemns Gun-Free Zone at Caldwell Night Rodeo

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 15, 2025 RIGBY, ID — The Idaho Second Amendment Alliance (ISAA) is calling out the Caldwell Night Rodeo for enforcing a gun-free zone that undermines the rights of law-abiding Idahoans and jeopardizes public safety. “Gun-free zones don’t make anyone safer—they make citizens more vulnerable,” said Greg Pruett, President of ISAA. “Rodeos are […]

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Caldwell PD’s Rodeo Fees Draw Fire from Canyon County Sheriff

A dispute is brewing between the Caldwell Police Department and Canyon County Sheriff Kieran Donahue over security costs for this week’s Caldwell Night Rodeo. At issue: CPD’s decision to charge extra for law enforcement presence at large events like the CNR. Donahue didn’t mince words in an interview with KIVI Channel 6, calling the move […]

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Caldwell Night Rodeo Sparks Backlash for Banning Guns

Some Idaho gun owners say they will boycott the Caldwell Night Rodeo (CNR) due to its controversial “gun-free zone” policy. In a state that understands gun-free zones are soft targets—not safety measures—many Idahoans are stunned that a rodeo, of all places, would adopt such a policy. Criminals don’t follow signs, and disarming law-abiding citizens only […]

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ISAA Launches New Tool to Help Idahoans Understand Idaho’s Gun Laws

The Idaho Second Amendment Alliance has launched a new Idaho Gun Laws section on our website—designed to help Idahoans navigate common questions about firearm laws in our state. We’ve compiled and continue to refine answers to frequently asked questions. This is not legal advice, but a general guidance from the ISAA. All interpretations reflect ISAA’s […]

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Anti-Gun Charges Dropped Against NFL Player

Charges have been dropped against an NFL player who was arrested for having firearms that the state of California deemed scary. Last week, Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Denzel Perryman was on his way to the gun range when he was pulled over by police. The reason for the initial stop was for vehicle-related violations. After […]

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Boise Store Turns Violent as Employee Fights Off Trio in Self-Defense Shooting

A male employee at a Boise business fired a weapon in self-defense after being attacked by three individuals. Boise Police report that one of the suspects, Bailey Geesey, entered the business and stole alcohol. The employee confronted the 18-year-old female, instructing her to leave and not return. That’s when things took a violent turn. The […]

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NFL Player Arrested on the Way to the Gun Range

NFL linebacker Denzel Perryman was arrested in California on his way to the gun range, according to TMZ. Perryman plays for the Los Angeles Chargers and has been in the NFL since 2015. Before being traded to the Chargers in 2024, Perryman played for the Houston Texans. Perryman was on his way to the gun […]

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Does Constitutional Carry in Idaho Apply to Vehicles?

This is one of the more common questions we get throughout the year. The short and easy answer is yes, it does apply to vehicles. The critical thing to remember is that when you are looking at the state code, there is a list of exemptions to needing a permit, and in this case, the […]

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The Full History of Constitutional Carry

The fight for Constitutional Carry in Idaho began with the founding of the Idaho Second Amendment Alliance on August 21, 2012. From that day forward, the ISAA began pushing Constitutional Carry by gathering signatures, introducing legislation, marching, rallying, and holding elected officials accountable. ISAA members went “all in” to push Constitutional Carry. After passing the […]

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National Bill Tries to Force Gun Owners into “Safe Storage”

A new bill, H.R. 4225, introduced by Democrat Congresswoman Madeleine Dean (PA-4th), seeks to force gun owners into so-called “safe storage” requirements. First, we must remember that gun owners are responsible for themselves, and the government has no legal standing to force you to do anything with your weapons. How you store and handle your […]