Governor Kathy Hochul has enacted three new laws designed to strengthen New York’s gun safety measures, a move that coincides with a significant 53% decrease in shootings compared to pandemic-era highs. These legislative changes aim to enhance public safety by providing law enforcement with additional tools to combat gun violence and penalize the use of rapid-fire modification devices, known as “pistol converters.”
In addition to targeting dangerous firearm modifications, the laws require credit card companies to track purchases at firearms retailers and mandate gun dealers to inform customers about the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Governor Hochul emphasizes that addressing both gun violence and mental health crises is critical for community safety, supported by a $370 million budget dedicated to crime reduction initiatives. This comprehensive approach seeks to pave the way for safer streets across the state.
Read full story at cbs6albany.com
