Bill > S00743

This bill amends the New York State Penal Law to expand required consumer warnings about firearms to specifically include rifles and shotguns, in addition to existing firearm warning requirements. The bill mandates that firearms dealers post and distribute warnings at their sales locations, stating in large, bold print that "ACCESS TO A RIFLE, SHOTGUN, OR FIREARM IN THE HOME SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASES THE RISK OF SUICIDE, DEATH DURING DOMESTIC DISPUTES, AND/OR UNINTENTIONAL DEATHS TO CHILDREN, HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS AND OTHERS." Dealers must display these warnings at the entrance and in sales areas, provide a written copy to purchasers, and licensing officers must include the same warning when issuing or amending firearm licenses. The warning also includes the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline number (988). Violations of these requirements can result in fines up to $1,000 or imprisonment up to fifteen days, with each day of non-compliance considered a separate offense. The bill includes a severability clause ensuring that if any part of the law is found invalid, the rest of the law remains in effect, and it is designed to take effect simultaneously with a related existing firearms dealer warning law.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S743