Bill > S00400

This bill amends the New York State executive law to expand the definition of a "mass shooting" to include incidents where at least four people are murdered or injured with a firearm, rifle, or shotgun, rather than only incidents where four people are murdered. This change has implications for emergency response measures and access to emergency funding. By broadening the definition, the bill ensures that shooting incidents resulting in four or more people being injured (not just killed) will now qualify for specific emergency services and support. The amendment appears to be part of an effort to provide more comprehensive assistance to communities affected by gun violence, recognizing that non-fatal shootings can also have significant traumatic and community-wide impacts. The bill would take effect immediately upon becoming law, allowing for prompt implementation of the updated definition across relevant state emergency response protocols.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S400