New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Senate Bill S01770

Introduced
1/13/25  
Refer
1/13/25  

Caption

Prohibits the advertisement of firearms as combat weapons; exempts the advertisement of such rifles, shotguns, or firearms for the purposes of recreation, hunting, self-defense or other legal uses of such firearms.

Summary

Bill S01770 aims to amend the General Business Law in New York by prohibiting the advertisement of firearms as combat weapons. Specifically, it targets advertisements that promote rifles, shotguns, or firearms for offensive assault or homicide. The bill allows for exemptions for advertisements that promote firearms for legal uses such as recreation, hunting, or self-defense. This legislation seeks to address concerns about the portrayal of firearms in media and its potential influence on public perception and behavior regarding gun violence.

Impact

If enacted, this bill would create a new section in the General Business Law that specifically restricts how firearms can be marketed to the public. It would impact retailers engaged in the sale of firearms, requiring them to adjust their advertising strategies to comply with the new regulations. The bill aims to reduce the normalization of firearms as tools for violence and could influence broader discussions about gun control and public safety in New York.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding Bill S01770 appears to be mixed, with supporters advocating for stricter regulations on firearm advertisements to promote public safety and reduce gun violence. However, there may be opposition from gun rights advocates and retailers who argue that the bill infringes on their ability to market legal products. The lack of voting history and committee discussions makes it difficult to gauge the full extent of public and legislative sentiment at this time.

Contention

Notable points of contention include the definition of 'combat weapons' and the implications for lawful firearm advertisements. Supporters of the bill may argue that it is necessary to prevent the glorification of violence, while opponents may contend that it restricts free speech and the rights of businesses to advertise their products. The balance between public safety and individual rights is likely to be a significant area of debate.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NY A00198

Relates to establishing a voluntary waiver of the right to purchase firearms, rifles or shotguns; requires the division of state police to maintain statewide records of individuals who have waived the right to purchase firearms, rifles, or shotguns and any revocations of such waivers.

NY S01026

Relates to establishing a voluntary waiver of the right to purchase firearms, rifles or shotguns; requires the division of state police to maintain statewide records of individuals who have waived the right to purchase firearms, rifles, or shotguns and any revocations of such waivers.

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 HB2043

In firearms and other dangerous articles, prohibiting certain assault weapons.

NY SB42

In general provisions, further providing for definitions; in inchoate crimes, further providing for prohibited offensive weapons and for possession of firearm or other dangerous weapon in court facility; in assault, further providing for assault of law enforcement officer and for discharge of firearm into an occupied structure; in theft and related offenses, further providing for definitions; in riot, disorderly conduct and related offenses, further providing for prohibiting of paramilitary training; 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 prohibited conduct during emergency, providing for 3-D printed firearms and further providing for sale or transfer of firearms, for firearm sales surcharge, for registration of firearms, for licensing of dealers and for abandonment of firearms, weapons or ammunition; and imposing penalties.

NY A1369

Prohibits use of firearms and firearms-related items as raffle prizes.

NY S03385

Enacts "Francesco's law" which establishes violations for the failure to safely store rifles, shotguns, and firearms in the presence of a minor or a prohibited person; requires the office of gun violence prevention to collect and analyze statistical and other information and data with respect to injuries or deaths of minors resulting from failure to safely store a firearm, rifle, or shotgun.

NY S09629

Enacts "Francesco's law" which establishes violations for the failure to safely store rifles, shotguns, and firearms in the presence of a minor or a prohibited person; requires the office of gun violence prevention to collect and analyze statistical and other information and data with respect to injuries or deaths of minors resulting from failure to safely store a firearm, rifle, or shotgun.

NY SB1875

Firearms; abrogating liability for firearm manufacturers, weapons dealers, and citizens for the misuse or self-defense use of firearms. Effective date.

NY H1019

Weapons and Firearms

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.