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S 8455·NY·senate

Relates to placing restrictions on the sale of flare guns

Passed One ChamberFiled Jul 11, 2025
Sponsor: Patricia Fahy (D)
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REFERRED TO CODES

Jun 1, 2026

Summary

The measure makes it illegal for any seller, dealer, or business to sell, offer, or give a flare gun to a person younger than 17, except for law‑enforcement, military personnel, or minors in approved training programs. Violations are punished as a Class A misdemeanor for a first offense, a Class E felony for repeat offenders, and a civil fine of up to $1,000 for businesses. It also requires buyers to show a government‑issued photo ID proving they are at least 17.

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