New York lawmakers urge 3D-printer companies to block 'ghost gun' production.

Governor Kathy Hochul and other New York state lawmakers are urging 3D-printer companies to take steps to prevent the creation of “ghost guns” - firearms without serial numbers that can be printed privately, easily avoiding a background check. Two major 3D-printing companies have already agreed to adopt technology that would block the creation of such guns using their printers, according to Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg. Another digital design company has also removed firearm CAD files from their services in response to pressure from lawmakers. The move comes as part of efforts to address concerns over the proliferation of unregulated firearms and the ease with which they can be created at home. Lawmakers are now proposing legislation that would make it illegal for companies to provide components used in the creation of these guns, effectively cutting off their production.