2026 Florida Chapters Conference
The Federalist Society is thrilled to host our 12th Annual Florida Chapters Conference on January 30 - January 31, 2026. Join lawyers chapters and student chapters from across Florida for our marquee statewide event.
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The Federalist Society will be hosting a SCOTUSbrief on January 27 at 3:00 p.m. featuring George A. Mocsary where he will be discussing the implications of the case's arguments. Watch the discussion: https://t.co/64Cso0GnwG
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As the Justices heard arguments this morning, Wolford v. Lopez could shape how states nationwide regulate public carry and clarify the boundaries of Second Amendment protections going forward.
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At issue is whether Hawaii’s scheme aligns with the Constitution’s text and historical tradition or whether it impermissibly burdens the right to keep and bear arms.
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The dispute builds on the Court’s Second Amendment decision on New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen, which emphasized that modern firearm regulations must be consistent with the Constitution's text and historical tradition.
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Hawaii defends its law as a public-safety measure, arguing that limits on public carry are consistent with historical firearm regulations and necessary to prevent gun violence.
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Gun owners argue that this requirement effectively turns a constitutional right into a privilege granted at the discretion of property owners, contrary to the Second Amendment.
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How far can states go in regulating firearms before they cross the line set by the Second Amendment? Today the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in Wolford v. Lopez, a case which challenges Hawaii’s gun law that makes it a misdemeanor for licensed concealed-carry holders to
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January 27th marks the 50th anniversary of Buckley v. Valeo, the landmark decision that has become a pillar of First Amendment jurisprudence, but remains controversial across the political spectrum. Join us on the anniversary of the decision for a reflection on Buckley’s legacy https://t.co/oqINOFpCVE
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