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Primary election guide

City & State has a good article on upcoming primary elections, “The 2026 state legislative primary races to watch.

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Budget bill A-10005C/S-9005C

Budget bill A-10005C/S-9005C with the 3D printed gun control nonsense passed the legislature today and will go to the Governor for signing.

Legislative agenda for week of May 18

Senate Codes agenda for Monday, May 18 @ 2:30pm:

  • S-9629, 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. Companion A-1962B passed Assembly.

Senate EnCon agenda for Wednesday, May 20 @ 11:00am:

  • S-9302, Extends the authorization for hunting big game by rifle in the county of Niagara until 2028. Companion A-10480.

Mandami expects increase in gun applications

Mayor Mandami apparently expects increased revenue due to an increase in pistol license applications:

GUN PERMITS: Mamdani is shooting for an extra $2.3 million in handgun licenses due to high demand.

Poloncarz Vetoes Youth Hunting Bill

GOA threatens Westchester

I’ve been waiting for this. GOA is threatening legal action against Westchester for pistol license delays.


Legislative agenda for week of May 11

Assembly Codes agenda for Wednesday, May 13:

  • A-3191A, Allows physically disabled individuals who are not able to stand up to complete the two-hour live-fire range training course requirement for a concealed carry license while sitting. No companion.

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