🧵Democrats in New York are making a new push for stronger gun control laws in the remaining days of this year’s legislative session, including a provision that would allow individuals to sue gun manufacturers in the aftermath of a crime.
“We have seen New York state move swiftly in other crises, and now we are looking for this state Legislature to do the same in this critical month,” said @YourFavoriteASW
One bill would require those seeking to purchase a gun to clear a mental health evaluation and pass a drug test — both of which would have to be certified by a doctor.
.@DemondLMeeks said a bill he sponsors is intended to prevent guns from falling into the hands of those who may choose to use them unlawfully, and that the issue isn’t going away on its own.
One bill would allow individuals in New York to sue gun manufacturers that don’t take steps to prevent their products from being sold and purchased illegally.
Republicans were critical of that bill Tuesday, saying it wouldn’t address the broader problem of gun violence in New York.
“The idea that you’re going to hold gun manufacturers responsible … I don’t see how that changes anything,” said Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt.
“The idea that you’re going to hold gun manufacturers responsible … I don’t see how that changes anything,” said Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt.
Full details on the package of gun bills pushed by Democrats in New York Tuesday: nynow.wmht.org/blogs/criminal…
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