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New York passes two gun control laws requiring background checks and locked storage
What happened
On October 23, 2026, Governor Kathy Hochul signed two new gun control laws in New York. The first law changes ammunition purchasing requirements, mandating that buyers pass background checks similar to firearm purchases. The second law, known as Francesco's Law, requires all gun owners in New York to store their firearms in a locked container when not in use.
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Why it matters
The laws affect the requirements for purchasing and storing firearms and ammunition within New York. These regulations could impact the sales and operational costs for businesses involved in the firearms and ammunition industry.
Kathy Hochul has been involved in state initiatives in New York regarding gun safety measures.
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Who's involved
- New YorkState where the new gun control laws were passed and implemented
- Kathy HochulGovernor who signed the two new gun control laws
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The entities involved
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New York
state of the United States of America
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Kathy Hochul
57th Governor of New York since 2021
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