Allows certain firearm licensees to open carry
This bill (S 2021) amends New York's penal law to allow licensed firearm holders to carry firearms openly - meaning visibly outside a holster or bag - without restrictions based on their job or location. It directly affects individuals holding valid concealed carry licenses, expanding their existing permit to include open carry options. The key change removes previous limitations tied to employment or possession location, while still requiring compliance with all state and federal firearm laws. The amendment takes effect November 1st following enactment.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 14, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Committee
2
Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO CODES
upper
Jan 14, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO CODES
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Mark Walczyk
RRepublican/Conservative
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