A 10485 New York Assembly · 2025 Regular Session

Relates to consumer warnings regarding rifles, shotguns, and firearms

Summary

Relates to consumer warnings regarding rifles, shotguns, and firearms; provides that a graphic warning that depicts the nature of the health and safety risks of firearms be provided when any license or permit is issued or amended.

Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared

Introduction

Mar 2026

Committee Review

Floor Vote

Governor

Introduced Mar 6, 2026 Last action May 22, 2026

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What changed between versions

A10485 → A10485A · 3 edits

MINOR

The bill was amended to add a new provision protecting gunsmiths, firearms dealers, and licensing officers from liability if injuries occur due to their failure to display required graphic warning signs. It also updated the penalty for failing to display these signs from a civil monetary penalty to a criminal misdemeanor punishable by up to fifteen days in jail or a fine.

Scope change

The bill's scope expanded to include a liability shield for government officials and industry professionals involved in the enforcement of warning sign requirements.

ENFORCEMENT

Added a new clause stating that licensing officers, local governments, and their employees cannot be held liable for injuries or damages resulting from a gunsmith or dealer's failure to comply with warning sign requirements.

Changed the penalty for failing to display graphic warning signs from a civil fine ($5,000 or $10,000) to a criminal offense punishable by up to 15 days in jail or a $1,000 fine.

REQUIREMENT

Added a clarification that this bill does not override any stricter local laws or ordinances regarding disclosure or notice requirements.

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Committee

Amendments

May 22, 2026

Lower · Passed

PRINT NUMBER 10485A

lower

May 22, 2026

Lower · Passed

AMEND AND RECOMMIT TO CODES

lower

Mar 6, 2026

Committee

REFERRED TO CODES

lower

1 primary · 0 co-sponsors