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California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger has signed a bevy of bills into law, including one that will require ammunition sellers to collect and keep information from all buyers, including a thumbprint, signature and driver’s license data.

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.

By signing this bill, the governor has taken a marked change of direction on his 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.

Some California gun owners are vehemently opposed to the bill. They think that requiring purchasers to have to register in this fashion, is akin to the requirements imposed on sex offenders.

“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.

Contrary to his signature of this bill, the governor vetoed a bill that would require more signatures when buying guns. He also vetoed a bill that would have outlawed gun shows at the Cow Palace.

Here are a couple more bills that the governor has enacted:

Same-sex marriages performed in other states before California’s November 2008 ban on gay marriage will be recognized in the state.

The Donda West Law, named after the mother of rap artist Kanye West, who died from complications after she underwent cosmetic surgery, prohibits elective cosmetic surgery unless the patient first is cleared by a physical examination.

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.

Spouses of those running for office may not receive compensation for duties performed on their spouse’s campaign.

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

The governor also is trying to persuade legislators to change the state’s tax code. He has referred to the current tax code as outdated.

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