July 17, 2008
New York State Senator Serphin Maltese’s Voting Record and Positions on Guns (more info to follow)
In 2008, Sen. Maltese declined an opportunity to sponsor legislation to assist law enforcement in their efforts to solve gun-related crimes. The legislation, passed by the Assembly as A.9819-A), would mandate that all new semi-automatic pistols manufactured, sold or brought into New York State be equipped with microstamping technology to aid law enforcement in solving gun-related crimes.
Other Important NY Senate Votes:
1997 (S.5498) 5-year renewable handgun permits for Westchester County. Supported by GunFreeKids
Maltese voted NO (bill passed Senate and signed into law)
1998 (S.397) Would make it easier to obtain a concealed carry weapon permit. Opposed by GunFreeKids
Maltese Voted YES (bill passed by the Senate only)
2000 (S.8234) Nine measures, including assault weapons ban, ballistic imaging, closing of gun show loophole, age 21 to possess or own handgun, safety locks to be sold with all guns and 24 hour reporting of all lost & stolen guns. Supported by GunFreeKids
Maltese, only member of NYC delegation to VOTE NO (bill passed by both houses and signed into law)
2003/2004 Session (S.3805). Increased penalties for possession and trafficking. Supported by GunFreeKids
Maltese voted YES. (unanimous vote, passed by both houses and signed into law).
Gun Lobby Money($250) Feb 1999($100) August 2000($250) February 2000($250) February 2001($300) March 2002($300) March 2004($350) February 2005($1000) July 2005 (check may not have been cashed)
($300) February 2006($300) August 2006
Gun Lobby Ratings:
Received “A” rating from the New York State Rifle & Pistol Association in 2006
