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NY S01427

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/7/2011

Primary Sponsor

Stephen Saland

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Origin

Senate

2011-2012 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Proposes a new Article 20 of the New York State Constitution establishing a right to keep and bear arms for defense of self and state, lawful hunting, recreational use, and other lawful purposes
  • Renumbers the current Article 20 to Article 21
  • Prohibits any county, municipality, or other political subdivision of the state from regulating any aspect of the right to keep and bear arms
  • Requires the amendment to be referred to the first regular legislative session convening after the next general election of Assembly members
  • Mandates publication of the amendment for 3 months prior to such election in accordance with Article 19 of the Constitution

Legislative Description

Proposes a constitutional amendment protecting the right of the people to keep and bear arms for traditionally recognized purposes.

Last Action

COMMITTED TO RULES

6/21/2012

Committee Referrals

Rules6/21/2012
Judiciary1/7/2011

Full Bill Text

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