Bill > A09373

This bill amends the state finance law to establish new requirements for state agencies and authorities when purchasing firearms, ammunition, and firearm accessories. The legislation mandates that bidders must only sell firearms from licensed dealers who do not sell unserialized gun build kits or firearm precursor parts. Bidders must submit detailed documentation when applying for contracts, including valid licenses, trace request records from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, documentation of firearm thefts or losses, inspection reports, and corrective actions for any past compliance violations. Additionally, bidders must demonstrate practices and policies that prevent straw purchases, screen against selling firearms to prohibited individuals, document theft or loss, train employees on firearms laws, assist law enforcement, and maintain digital video surveillance. The commissioner, in collaboration with the attorney general, will develop processes to assess bidders' compliance, potentially including a public safety values scoring system. The bill defines key terms such as "dealer," "firearm," "firearm accessory," and "firearm precursor part" to provide clarity and specificity. The provisions are set to take effect on April 1, 2027, giving stakeholders significant time to prepare for the new requirements.

Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A9373