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Introduced
01/06/2021
01/06/2021
In Committee
04/27/2022
04/27/2022
Crossed Over
05/09/2022
05/09/2022
Passed
08/05/2022
08/05/2022
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
08/16/2022
08/16/2022
Introduced Session
2021-2022 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the general business law, in relation to clarifying the definition of "imitation weapon"
AI Summary
This bill amends the definition of "imitation weapon" in the New York General Business Law. It specifies that an imitation weapon must be colored in certain bright colors or be made of transparent/translucent materials, have a closed barrel of at least half an inch, and clearly display the manufacturer's name or trademark. Additionally, the bill prohibits attaching a laser pointer to an imitation weapon. The changes aim to clarify the legal distinction between imitation and actual firearms in New York.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
APPROVAL MEMO.15 (on 08/16/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2021/S687 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=S00687&term=2021&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#S00687 |
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