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NY S09191
Bill
Status
11/14/2018
Primary Sponsor
Kevin Parker
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AI Summary
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Requires pistol and revolver license applicants to consent to review of their social media accounts (Facebook, Snapchat, Twitter, Instagram) for the previous three years and search engine history (Google, Yahoo, Bing) for the previous year before approval.
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Authorizes investigating officers to obtain login credentials and access applicant accounts to investigate posts or searches related to profane slurs, biased language targeting protected characteristics, threats to safety, terrorism, or other issues deemed necessary.
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Extends social media and search engine review requirements to license renewal and recertification processes, requiring current licensees to consent to similar investigations every five years.
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Establishes that review results must be reported to the licensing officer without unnecessary delay, with results for renewals reported to licensees.
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Takes effect ninety days after becoming law, with immediate authorization for rules and regulations necessary for implementation.
Legislative Description
Relates to requiring social media and search engine reviews prior to the approval of an application or renewal of a license to carry or possess a pistol or revolver; requires a person applying for a license to carry or possess a pistol or revolver or a renewal of such license to consent to having his or her social media accounts and search engine history reviewed and investigated for certain posts and/or searches over a period of 1-3 years prior to the approval of such application or renewal; defines terms.
Last Action
REFERRED TO RULES
11/14/2018