Establishes the New York state violence in mass media research program

This bill establishes the New York State Violence in Mass Media Research Program within the Firearm Violence Research Institute. It directs the program to study how mass media reporting of violent crimes affects copycat incidents, jury decisions, racial profiling, and public understanding - specifically examining coverage patterns like naming perpetrators or showing crime scenes. The program will conduct research, coordinate with experts, and share findings with lawmakers and agencies, funded through the existing Firearm Violence Research Fund. It does not change laws but creates a dedicated research body to analyze media's role in violence.