Gun Violence Prevention
“In the wake of the horrific shooting in my hometown of Buffalo, New York passed some of the strongest gun safety laws in the nation — including strengthening our “red flag” laws to keep dangerous weapons away from people who pose a risk to themselves or others."
Governor Hochul announced significant progress in the fight against crime in New York’s Capital Region and across the state.
Governor Hochul highlighted a decline in Capital Region crime and announced gun seizures are up by 160 percent since she took office.
Governor Hochul announced $20.3 million to support SNUG Street Outreach programs in 14 communities across New York State.
Governor Hochul signed legislation S.6238A/A.5791A to clearly define the term “mass shooting” to assist emergency response measures and ensure communities have access to the emergency funding and resources needed in the aftermath of a mass shooting.
"In the wake of a reckless Supreme Court decision that stripped away a key tool I had as Governor to protect New Yorkers from gun violence, I worked with the Legislature to craft nation-leading concealed carry laws to protect public safety."
Governor Hochul addressed the former President Trump court testimony and the upcoming Supreme Court oral arguments.
“Nine days after the latest mass shooting to terrify America, the United States Supreme Court has decided to consider overturning a ban on bump stocks."
La gobernadora Hochul anunció un progreso significativo y sostenido contra la violencia armada y el robo de vehículos en la ciudad de Rochester.
Governor Kathy Hochul announced sustained, significant progress against gun violence and vehicle thefts in the city of Rochester.