New York Lawmakers Press Governor on Climate Law and Gun Control Measures
New York state lawmakers are pushing Governor Hochul on two separate policy issues involving climate legislation and 3D-printed firearms.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul is facing pressure from lawmakers on two distinct policy fronts this week, as Republican and Democratic legislators advance competing priorities.
Republican lawmakers in the state's House delegation have launched a campaign urging Hochul to repeal New York's climate law, citing concerns about rising energy costs and what they characterize as an affordability crisis affecting state residents.
Separately, Hochul joined other Democratic state lawmakers at a Tuesday press event to call for new restrictions on 3D printing technology. The officials want 3D printer manufacturers to implement measures that would prevent the devices from creating components used in "ghost guns" - firearms without serial numbers that can be manufactured privately without background checks.
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg spoke at the Tuesday event, noting that two 3D printing companies had voluntarily agreed to work with officials on addressing the issue. The press conference highlighted ongoing concerns about untraceable firearms that can be assembled using 3D-printed parts.
The competing pressures illustrate the range of policy challenges facing Hochul's administration, from energy costs and climate regulations to public safety and emerging technology oversight. Both issues reflect broader national debates over environmental policy and gun control measures.