West Virginia AG’s probe ends as three firms affirm no gun-industry bias
Three financial service firms told West Virginia Attorney General J.B. McCuskey they do not discriminate against firearms businesses, prompting the state to drop potential lawsuits.
West Virginia Attorney General J.B. McCuskey launched an investigation following a July 30 claim that Kent Cartridge Company faced denial of financial services. In letters sent to the AG, First Internet Bank of Indiana, Ramp.com and Bill.com each affirmed they do not and will not refuse service to firms in the firearms sector.
The responses, received by August 7, led the AG’s office to announce the case was closed and that lawsuits under the Firearm Industry Nondiscrimination (FIND) Act were unnecessary. A spokesperson noted that Bill.com is now providing services to Kent Cartridge, confirming compliance. The National Shooting Sports Foundation praised the swift action, emphasizing the importance of an even playing field for gun-related businesses. The episode recalled earlier federal efforts, such as Operation Chokepoint, that pressured banks to limit services to the gun industry.
Why it matters
It shows state enforcement of laws protecting firearm businesses from financial discrimination.
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