Published 2 years ago

NY overhauls handgun rules in effort to preserve some limits

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The bill would eliminate most strict barriers to getting a permit but impose new requirements. Applicants would have to provide four character references, take 16 hours of firearms safety training plus two hours of practice at a range. The bill would also bar people from bringing guns into any business or workplace unless owners put up signage saying guns are welcome.

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News18 India

New York Overhauls Handgun Rules in Effort to Preserve Some Limits

New York's legislature approved a sweeping overhaul Friday of the state's handgun licensing rules, seeking to preserve some limits on firearms after the Supreme Court ruled that most people have a right to carry a handgun for personal protection

2 years ago·India

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The Guardian

New York bill would force gun owners to reveal social media to obtain license

Draft legislation comes in response to supreme court ruling that gutted state’s century-old handgun licensing law

2 years ago·London, United Kingdom

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CTV News

N.Y. overhauls handgun rules in effort to preserve some limits

2 years ago·Canada

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Reuters

New York bans guns in many public places after Supreme Court ruling

New York state passed a law on Friday banning guns from many public places, including Times Square, and requiring gun-license applicants to prove their shooting proficiency and submit their social media accounts for review by government officials.

2 years ago·United Kingdom

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Associated Press News

NY overhauls handgun rules in effort to preserve some limits

ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — New York lawmakers approved a sweeping overhaul Friday of the state’s handgun licensing rules, seeking to preserve some limits on firearms after the Supreme Court ruled that most people have a right to carry a handgun for personal protection.

2 years ago·United States

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abc News

Gun permit process in NY could include social media check

New York lawmakers want to require people applying for a handgun license to turn over a list of their social media accounts so officials can verify their “character and conduct.”

2 years ago·United States

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