The governor also signed a separate executive order to "combat the steady rise in domestic terrorism and violent extremism" and "crack down on social media platforms that host and amplify content that promotes and broadcasts violent, lawless acts," according to a press release from her office.

Payton Gendron, 18, is accused of having opened fire at a supermarket in Buffalo on May 14, killing 10 people and injuring three others. He surrendered to police who confronted him at the site. Gendron was arraigned on a first-degree murder charge to which he has pleaded not guilty. As of May 19, he is jailed under a suicide watch.

Gun Control Proposals

Hochul said her office will work with legislators to propose a package of laws that will strengthen current gun control measures and tighten any loopholes in the state.