Relates to establishing additional requirements to purchase a firearm, shotgun or rifle; requires a person to apply for a hunting license prior to the purchase of a shotgun or rifle; establishes additional requirements for all firearms, shotguns and rifles including taking a five hour gun safety course and exam, passing a shooting range test with 90% accuracy, providing notarized proof of a passed drug test and mental health evaluation, providing proof of purchase of firearm and ammunition safe storage depositories and passing a criminal background check.

New York Assembly Bill A00360 proposes stricter requirements for purchasing firearms, shotguns, and rifles. Key provisions include: 1) Applicants must obtain a hunting license before purchasing a shotgun or rifle. 2) All firearm purchasers must complete a five-hour gun safety course and pass an exam. 3) A shooting range test with at least 90% accuracy is required. 4) Applicants must provide notarized proof of passing a drug test and a mental health evaluation. 5) Proof of purchase of safe storage for firearms and ammunition is mandatory. 6) A criminal background check must be passed.

Supporters argue that the bill enhances public safety by ensuring that firearm purchasers are well-trained and mentally fit, potentially reducing gun-related incidents.

Critics contend that the bill imposes excessive burdens on law-abiding citizens, potentially infringing on Second Amendment rights and making it more difficult for individuals to exercise their right to bear arms.