Bill > A03863

This bill modifies the existing New York state law regarding firearms licensing and recertification, primarily focusing on privacy protections for license holders. The bill updates the process by which firearm license holders can request an exception from having their personal information become a public record. Specifically, license holders can request an exception if they believe disclosure might endanger their life or safety, such as being a law enforcement officer, having an active protection order, being a witness or juror in a criminal proceeding, or being a spouse or household member of someone in those categories. The bill also allows license holders to submit exception requests at any time, even after a license has been granted, and requires licensing officers to grant these exceptions unless they are determined to be invalid. Additionally, the bill makes some technical language updates, such as replacing gender-specific pronouns with gender-neutral terms like "their" and standardizing some procedural language. The changes aim to provide more privacy protections for firearm license holders while maintaining a systematic approach to license tracking and renewal. The bill will take effect immediately upon passage.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A3863