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The Governator has put his signature on a bunch of bills recently, including a new bill that requires ammo suppliers to store info from buyers. Ammunition sellers must track thumbprints, signatures, and driver’s license information.

In addition to the recording requirements, the bill also does away with all mail-order and sales made over the internet. All sales under the new bill must be performed in the presence of the seller.

The governor’s signature reverses his earlier position.

“Although I have previously vetoed legislation similar to this measure, local governments have demonstrated that requiring ammunition vendors to keep records on ammunition sales improves public safety,” Schwarzenegger said in a statement.

The head of Gun Owners of California said the law, which takes effect in 2011, will treat gun owners “like registered sex offenders,” the Los Angeles Times writes.

“We think it was a devastating mistake,” said Sam Paredes, executive director of the group, which represents 30,000 gun owners. In a separate statement, the group elaborates.

Despite signing this bill, the governor has also vetoed bills that would require additional signatures when buying a gun. Additionally, he vetoed a bill that would have put limits on the locations for gun shows.

Here are some other measures Schwarzenegger signed into law:

Out of state, pre-banned same-sex marriages will be recognized in California.

Prior to getting cosmetic surgery, patients will now have to have a physical examination. This bill, known informally as the Donda West Bill, follows the death of Kanye West’s mother from complications surrounding her cosmetic surgery procedure.

Photographers are now subject to penalties of up to fifty-thousand dollars for taking or dissemination of photos of the rich and famous during personal activities.

People running for office may not pay spouses for working on the candidates campaign.

May 22 was proclaimed Harvey Milk Day, recognizing the birthday of the slain gay rights activist and San Francisco city supervisor.

Finally, the governor is encouraging law-makers to revamp the state’s tax code which he considers completely outdated and not able to keep up with our information based society.

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