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NY Mandates Gun-Design Blockers on 3D Printers by 2029

6/14/2026

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New York law requires new 3D printers sold for any use to include technology that blocks firearm-part designs by 2029.
The measure targets the equipment instead of individuals who make homemade guns.
DOJ data show privately made guns seized in crimes rose from about 1,600 in 2017 to nearly 27,500 in 2023.
Industry groups warn the blocking tech could misidentify harmless objects and raise privacy risks for users uploading designs.

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Story summary

New York law requires new 3D printers sold for any use to include technology that blocks firearm-part designs by 2029.
The measure targets the equipment instead of individuals who make homemade guns.
DOJ data show privately made guns seized in crimes rose from about 1,600 in 2017 to nearly 27,500 in 2023.
Industry groups warn the blocking tech could misidentify harmless objects and raise privacy risks for users uploading designs.