There are a couple of surprises in the new Credit Card Act passed this week because, after all, who doesn’t like surprises?

It’s like Christmas in May!

Actually, it’s like Christmas in February 2010 since the law won’t take effect for nine months.

Congress must have figured it would take nature-lovers that long to pay off the credit card charges for bullet-proof cargo shorts because embedded in the bill is a provision that overturns the ban on carrying concealed weapons in national parks.

Bizzia’s Miranda Marquit highlighted this and a couple other hidden items of the legislation earlier this week.

There are two things we can learn from the passage of the Credit Card Act. First, sustained consumer outrage — when channeled — can be a force for positive change.

Second, never turn your back on an NRA lobbyist — those dudes are sneaky as hell.

Last July, we ran a story here on Bizlevity about the NRA’s desire to overturn the ban on carrying a concealed weapon in national parks.

Those cagey lobbyists put on their camouflage and waited nearly 10 months for a guaranteed-to-pass bill to wander into the clearing.

Then, as sure as quail hunting, they tacked on a provision to make sure tourists, old people and families on vacation could all keep their holsters on while enjoying the pristine natural environment of our country’s park system.

So, have a great summer and make sure to take the kids to experience nature at its Darwinian best.

Most of all, remember to practice fire safety. Because, as a result of the bill, Smokey the Bear can now start packing.

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“Do you feel lucky? Well, do ya … punk?”

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Post from: EveryJoe

Opening Fire In A National Park: Priceless