Hochul Pushes Back on Federal Gun Rollbacks | Albany News

Albany News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 30, 2026 · 1m

Governor Kathy Hochul is doubling down on New York’s gun control stance, rejecting federal rollbacks that ease firearm regulations. With federal rules now allowing easier online gun sales, Hochul vows to keep all transactions face-to-face and push new legislation to enforce it. She’s also tightening background checks to match ammunition standards, requiring explicit approval before any sale. New York’s police will intensify efforts targeting gun dealers linked to crime and expanding their illegal gun tracking task force. These moves are part of a broader strategy to close loopholes, prevent…