New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A02105

Introduced
1/15/25  
Refer
1/15/25  

Caption

Provides for the confidentiality of applications for licenses for the possession of firearms.

Summary

Bill A02105 seeks to amend the penal law concerning the filing of applications for licenses to carry, possess, repair, and dispose of firearms in New York. The primary focus of the bill is to ensure the confidentiality of applicants' information, making it non-public unless specific exceptions apply. The bill outlines the process for applicants to request that their information remain confidential and establishes the conditions under which such requests can be granted or denied.

Impact

If enacted, this bill will significantly alter the current public access to information regarding firearm license applications in New York. It will provide a framework for applicants to protect their personal information from public disclosure, particularly for those who may face safety risks. This change will affect local and state law enforcement procedures as they will have to navigate new protocols for accessing this information while ensuring compliance with confidentiality provisions.

Sentiment

The general sentiment surrounding Bill A02105 appears to be mixed, with some support for enhancing privacy for firearm license applicants, particularly among those concerned for their safety. However, there may also be concerns from advocacy groups about the implications of increased confidentiality on public safety and transparency.

Contention

Notable points of contention include the balance between individual privacy rights and public safety concerns. Advocates for gun rights may support the bill for protecting personal information, while opponents may argue that such confidentiality could hinder law enforcement's ability to track firearm ownership and prevent misuse. The debate may also touch on the implications for transparency in the licensing process.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NY SB0152

Possession of firearms.

NY S09636

Relates to revoking a license to carry, possess, repair and dispose of firearms for a conviction for failure to safely store rifles, shotguns, and firearms.

NY A10337

Relates to licensing and other provisions relating to firearms.

NY SB357

In inchoate crimes, further providing for the offense of possession of firearm or other dangerous weapon in court facility; in firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for relinquishment of firearms and firearm licenses by convicted persons, repealing provisions relating to firearms not to be carried without a license and to carrying loaded weapons other than firearms, providing for license not required, further providing for prohibited conduct during emergency, repealing provisions relating to carrying firearms on public streets or public property in Philadelphia, providing for sportsman's firearm permit and further providing for licenses, for sale or transfer of firearms, for antique firearms and for proof of license and exception; in protection from abuse, further providing for relief; in hunting and furtaking, further providing for cooperation after lawfully killing big game; in protection of property and persons, further providing for loaded firearms in vehicles; and making editorial changes.

NY H0031

Carrying and Possession of Weapons and Firearms

NY HB31

Carrying and Possession of Weapons and Firearms:

NY HB2126

In firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for definitions, for the offense of persons not to possess, use, manufacture, control, sell or transfer firearms, for the offense of firearms not to be carried without a license and for licenses, providing for firearm eligibility license, for application for firearm eligibility license, for fee and qualification, for training course and investigations and for issuance and terms and further providing for sale or transfer of firearms, for Pennsylvania State Police, for proof of license and exception and for administrative regulations; and making editorial changes.

NY HB1301

Possession of a firearm while on probation; and to provide for application.

NY SB1075

In firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for definitions, for persons not to possess, use, manufacture, control, sell or transfer firearms, for firearms not to be carried without a license and for licenses, providing for firearm eligibility license, for application for firearm eligibility license, for fee and qualification, for investigations and training course and for issuance and terms and further providing for sale or transfer of firearms, for Pennsylvania State Police, for proof of license and exception and for administrative regulations; and making editorial changes.

NY SB209

In firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for licenses, providing for liability insurance and further providing for sale or transfer of firearms.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.