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NY S01048

NY S01048
Relates to the dangers to the safety and health of the public caused by the sale, manufacturing, importing and marketing of firearms and whether such activity constitutes a public nuisance.


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Introduced
01/06/2021
In Committee
01/05/2022
Crossed Over
06/02/2021
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the general business law, in relation to the dangers to safety and health and creation of a public nuisance caused by the sale, manufacturing, distribution, importing and marketing of firearms

AI Summary

This bill amends the General Business Law to address the dangers to public safety and health caused by the sale, manufacturing, distribution, importing, and marketing of firearms. It defines key terms like "reasonable controls and procedures" and "gun industry member." The bill prohibits gun industry members from knowingly or recklessly creating or contributing to conditions that endanger public safety or health through their activities. It declares such violations a public nuisance and provides for enforcement by the Attorney General or local authorities, as well as a private right of action for anyone harmed by a gun industry member's violations. The bill aims to hold the gun industry accountable for the public health crisis of gun violence, especially in underserved communities.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (28)

Last Action

REFERRED TO CONSUMER PROTECTION (on 01/05/2022)

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