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Federal court allows New York law that makes it easier to bring lawsuits against gun manufacturers to stand
Nick Reisman reports for New York State of Politics that on May 25, a federal court turned back a legal challenge to a New York law that makes it easier to bring lawsuits against gun manufacturers. "As we mourn the deaths of 19 innocent children lost to gun violence in Uvalde and the countless more in Buffalo and across America every day, this is a moment of light and hope. New York is proud to defend the right to impose reasonable gun restrictions that protect all of us," said New York Attorney General Letitia James. "As public officials, we were elected to solve problems and address the needs of the people. Prayers alone will no longer do, and cowardliness is not part of the job description. New York will always lead, and I urge others with a backbone to follow.” But the celebration will most likely be short, as the radical Supreme Court is expected to soon strike down New York's strict conceal gun carry provision. Gov. Kathy Hochul said on May 25 that she would call a special legislative session this summer to address the ruling if the law is overturned. In the final weeks of New York's current legislative session, Democrats are expected to tighten the state's red flag law meant to keep guns away from people deemed to be a danger. Read more about this story at New York State of Politics.