Asm. Jeff Gallahan

Argued the bill represents 'death by a thousand cuts' and that gun violence is a societal issue rooted in lack of education and personal responsibility, not signage. Called for comprehensive gun safety curriculum in schools instead.

As former town supervisor, noted his municipality paid for a three-year .org contract and questioned what happens to that investment. Raised concerns about how the mandate affects cyber insurance policies municipalities have purchased. Characterized the bill as another unfunded mandate on already-burdened local governments.

Questioned what percentage of bird kills the measure would eliminate and noted the study is still ongoing. Raised concerns about nighttime bird kills (birds of prey are colorblind at night) and asked what constitutes an acceptable level of bird mortality. Shared anecdote of farmer reporting over 10,000 birds killed in first year on his property.

Described 13 years of contests through American Legion Chapter 457 that raised tens of thousands of dollars for youth and service member programs, with all animals legally taken and used for consumption. Characterized the bill as a direct hit on Upstate culture and another example of chipping away at rural traditions.

Stated he votes no on bills without minority party appointments unless changed; noted there are no minority appointments available (three each by Governor, Speaker, and Senate President) and urged giving the minority the opportunity to determine its own representatives.

Criticized the proliferation of required business signage, noting his food trailer must display numerous signs already, and argued a simple printed sign with a Sharpie is inadequate compared to the steel, yellow-and-black inspection station signs currently required.

As a small restaurant business owner, argued the bill adds another regulation that will consume time and increase costs. He noted existing sticker requirements are already burdensome and this will require additional compliance work.