New York Takes a Stand Against Ghost Guns: 3D-Printer Companies Must Act Now
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In short
  • Let’s be clear: New York lawmakers are drawing a hard line against the proliferation of ghost guns.
  • Governor Kathy Hochul and key legislators are demanding that 3D-printer companies step up and block the production of components for these untraceable firearms.
  • Because these weapons, devoid of serial numbers, are a loophole that allows anyone to bypass background checks.
Press conference in New York, Governor Kathy Hochul calls for action against 'Ghost Guns', untraceable firearms posing significant safety risks.
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Let’s be clear: New York lawmakers are drawing a hard line against the proliferation of ghost guns. Governor Kathy Hochul and key legislators are demanding that 3D-printer companies step up and block the production of components for these untraceable firearms. Why? Because these weapons, devoid of serial numbers, are a loophole that allows anyone to bypass background checks. This is not just a minor issue; it’s a public safety crisis. At a recent press event, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg highlighted that two 3D-printing firms have already taken action voluntarily. This is a crucial moment. If you ignore this, you lose time. The stakes are high, and the responsibility lies with the tech industry to ensure these dangerous tools don’t end up in the wrong hands. This changes the game. Will other states follow suit, or will they lag behind? The time to act is now.