Bill > A05584

This bill removes ammunition from the requirements of background checks in New York State. Specifically, the bill eliminates existing provisions that previously required background checks for ammunition sales, effectively ending the need to conduct background checks when purchasing ammunition. The bill repeals several sections of the executive law and state finance law that were related to ammunition background checks, including removing references to ammunition from the state's implementation of the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS). The changes mean that licensed firearms dealers will no longer need to initiate a background check when selling ammunition, and the state will no longer maintain databases or create systems specifically for tracking ammunition sales. The bill also stipulates that any costs associated with existing databases or systems will be fully borne by the state and not passed on to consumers or retailers through additional fees or taxes. The bill is designed to streamline the process of purchasing ammunition by removing what were seen as unnecessary background check requirements. The changes take effect immediately upon passage.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5584