Relates to establishing a voluntary waiver of the right to purchase firearms, rifles or shotguns; requires the division of state police to maintain statewide records of individuals who have waived the right to purchase firearms, rifles, or shotguns and any revocations of such waivers.

This bill allows individuals in New York to voluntarily give up their right to buy firearms, rifles, or shotguns. It also requires the state police to keep a record of these individuals and any changes to their waiver status. This aims to create a systematic approach to tracking those who choose not to possess firearms.

Supporters of the bill argue that it promotes responsible gun ownership by allowing individuals to opt-out of purchasing firearms if they feel it is in their best interest. They believe that maintaining a record of these waivers will enhance public safety and help prevent firearms from falling into the wrong hands.

Critics of the bill contend that it could infringe on personal freedoms by encouraging individuals to renounce their rights to purchase firearms. They argue that this could create a stigma around gun ownership and may not effectively address the underlying issues related to gun violence.