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NY bill would require a criminal history background check for the purchase of a 3D printer (www.nysenate.gov)

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NY bill would require a criminal history background check for the purchase of a 3D printer::Requires a criminal history background check for the purchase of a three-dimensional printer capable of creating firearms; prohibits sale to a person who would be disqualified on the basis of criminal history from being granted a license to possess a firearm.

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[-] altima_neo@lemmy.zip 128 points 11 months ago

That's incredibly stupid. Good Lord.

What's next? CNC machines? Silicone/resin casting supplies? Steel pipes?

[-] Munkisquisher@lemmy.nz 34 points 11 months ago

Iron ore and carbon

[-] AirlineF0od@lemm.ee 7 points 11 months ago

Background checks to buy scrap aluminum or lol... beer?

[-] piecat@lemmy.world 12 points 11 months ago

There was a bill at one point to limit mills and lathes

[-] DirigibleProtein@aussie.zone 11 points 11 months ago

Screwdrivers, hammers, and automobiles will need a background check and a 30 Day cooling off period.

[-] JewGoblin@lemmy.world 1 points 11 months ago

Lawmakers never cease to amaze me

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