GOA letter regarding Fulton, Montgomery 2A Sanctuaries

GOA has done next to nothing in New York, but they did send out this press statement in response to two local sheriffs expressing their opposition to making their counties “2nd Amendment Sanctuaries.”

GOA letter

S-6401A on Codes agenda

S-6401A, Permits 4-H certified shooting sports instructors to supervise and instruct persons under sixteen years of age at shooting ranges, is on the Codes Committee agenda for February 10.

Companion is A-8078B has been amended on 3rd Reading.

Rob Smith for Warren Co. judge position statement

Warren County judicial candidate Robert Smith has this on his campaign website:

REVAMP THE PISTOL PERMIT PROCESS

I will restore our community’s second amendment rights. I believe that if someone passes the thorough background check and meets all of the necessary requirements, then it is my intention to issue a full-carry license. I believe this view is in line with the United States Constitution and New York Penal Law, Article 400.

It’s rare for a judicial candidate to be this open with their views.

H/T: NY Gun Forum

Buchwald wants to take SAFE Act national

Assemblyman David Buchwald pledged to support a national version of the SAFE Act if elected to Congress:

“… “I have long advocated for tougher gun safety laws in New York, and I’m ready to tackle this issue in Congress,” he said. “The first bill I ever voted for as an Assemblymember was the New York SAFE Act, banning assault weapons, expanding background checks, and providing New York the strongest gun laws in the nation. I’ve never been afraid of the NRA, and I wholly reject their warped view of the Second Amendment. I’ll go to Congress ready to stand up for common sense, with a real gun safety agenda for all Americans.” … Buchwald’s proposal would ban assault-style weapons and enact universal background checks. He would also support a national “safe storage” provision that’s now in effect in New York …”

From his 2013 press release:

“Assemblyman David Buchwald helped pass the landmark New York Secure Ammunition and Firearms Enforcement Act of 2013 (NY SAFE ACT) supported by Governor Cuomo. In light of recent acts of gun violence in our state and around the country, this legislation gives New York State the most comprehensive set of gun laws in the nation. “One of my top priorities is ensuring the safety of our families and our community,” said Assemblyman David Buchwald (D-Westchester). “As we’ve seen in recent tragedies, the consequences of dangerous weapons falling into the wrong hands are too great to ignore.” …”

He’s not afraid of NRA because NRA has never put any effort into any race he’s been involved in.  Given the number of declared Democrat candidates, knocking him out in a primary for a less 2A-offensive candidate is a possibility.

Newsbits

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Lewis Co. 2A Sanctuary Ordinance to be introduced

A “2nd Amendment Sanctuary Ordinance” will be introduced to the Lewis Co. Board of Legislators at their next scheduled meeting on Tuesday, February 4 @ 5:00pm. The meeting is open to the public.

Rep. Morelle introduces ‘bold’ gun control legislation

Bill number for the so-called “Gun Violence Prevention and Community Safety Act” is H.R.5716.

A-6263A amended

A-6263A, Categorizes hate crimes as serious offenses in relation to possession of firearms, has been amended and resubmitted to Codes.

Companion S-2361A is on 3rd Reading.