CMP Announces the Early Release of Four 2026 Competition Rulebooks - Civilian Marksmanship Program

By Gary Anderson, DCM Emeritus Four rulebooks that will govern CMP Highpower Rifle, CMP Games, Bullseye Pistol and Action Pistol competitions in 2026 have been updated and approved by the CMP Rules Sub-Committee. These four rulebooks are being released on the 1st of December, one month before they will take effect on the 1st of January. This early release will give competitors and match sponsors in those disciplines a head start on preparing for their next competition year. The following 2026 rulebooks are now posted on the CMP website: Copies of these new rulebooks can be downloaded from the

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