Just joined the NRA. Unfortunately, I live in CT, so my Rep. and Sens are all far left wacko Dems(thanks Bridgeport and Hartford). One wants to have background check for ammo purchases.
Your joining NRA still has an impact on your whack job reps.
They will be made very aware of how many people they represent who are NA, moreover how many recently joined and that is pressure.
Get a couple of buddies to join and get them to do the same.
escape down here pal to FL, my wife did and loves it , actually NE FL where it;s conservative, or move south if you get a chance.