New York Bills

passed · New York · Senate May 19, 2026

S 9764: Prevents a judge from prohibiting a parent from undergoing a gender reassignment when making a determination in a child custody case

This bill amends New York's domestic relations law to guide judges in child custody cases. It requires courts to ignore the parents' sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression when deciding what is best for the child. Additionally, the law explicitly forbids judges from stopping a parent from undergoing gender reassignment as part of their custody determination. These changes apply immediately to ensure that custody decisions focus on the child's welfare without penalizing parents for their gender identity or medical transitions.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed both · New York · Senate May 19, 2026

S 9207: Prohibits restrictions on insurance policies based on the policyholder harboring or owning any dog of a specific breed or mixture of breeds

This bill prohibits insurance companies from denying coverage, raising premiums, canceling policies, or limiting coverage based solely on a policyholder owning or harboring a specific dog breed or mix. It directly affects homeowners and renters insurance policyholders who might previously have faced discrimination due to their dog's breed. The law amends insurance regulations to ban these restrictions, ensuring coverage decisions cannot be influenced by breed alone. It applies to all policies issued, renewed, or modified after the effective date.

Topics ✓ Housing

passed · New York · Senate May 19, 2026

S 8848: Enacts the "Clock Should Stop Act"

Requires the state board of law examiners to establish protocols for addressing emergencies that occur during the administration of the bar examination, and to provide testing accommodations for persons who have applied for examination for admission to practice and are the subject of, or a witness to, or are affected by the emergency.

passed · New York · Senate May 19, 2026

S 8624: Permits courts to award punitive damages against an estate for sexual abuse

This bill allows courts to award punitive damages against the estate of a deceased person accused of sexual abuse, assault, misconduct, or sex trafficking of minors or adults. It removes the barrier of the defendant's death, enabling victims to pursue punitive damages against the personal representative of the estate in civil lawsuits. The standard for proving punitive damages under this law is a "preponderance of the evidence," and the bill explicitly states that such claims cannot be limited or ended by the defendant's death. It applies to all pending and future cases filed on or after the effective date.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

passed both · New York · Assembly May 19, 2026

A 5383: Requires soccer programs, lacrosse programs, ice hockey programs, and field hockey programs to provide informational packets about concussions to parents and guardians of children participating in soccer programs

Requires soccer programs, lacrosse programs, ice hockey programs, and field hockey programs to provide informational packets about concussions to parents and guardians of children participating in soccer programs; defines soccer programs, lacrosse programs, ice hockey programs, and field hockey programs.

passed · New York · Senate May 19, 2026

S 6460: Establishes the crimes of sex trafficking of a vulnerable person and predatory sex trafficking

Establishes the crimes of sex trafficking of a vulnerable person and predatory sex trafficking when a person intentionally advances or profits from prostitution of a vulnerable person.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

passed · New York · Senate May 19, 2026

S 3883: Relates to dispensing certain controlled substances for use by a person with a substance use disorder

Relates to dispensing certain controlled substances for use by a person with a substance use disorder during certain emergency medical treatment, or to relieve acute withdrawal symptoms.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed both · New York · Senate May 19, 2026

S 120: Prohibits termination of electricity or heat service during forecasts of extreme temperatures

This bill prohibits utility companies from terminating residential electricity or heat service during forecasts of extreme temperatures - specifically when the National Weather Service predicts 95°F or higher (heat index) or 32°F or lower. It directly affects residential customers in New York, preventing service cutoffs on the day of such forecasts or during any subsequent holiday or weekend. Key provisions require utilities to maintain service during these periods and align with existing cold-weather protections for vulnerable residents. The law applies immediately upon enactment and does not override stricter existing utility settlements.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Housing

passed · New York · Senate May 19, 2026

S 510: Relates to the sale of motor vehicle tires

This bill requires tire sellers in New York to include the manufacture date of each tire on the sales receipt. It applies directly to dealers and retailers selling tires to consumers, mandating that every tire's specific manufacture date be listed separately if multiple tires are purchased at once. The law changes standard sales practices by adding this date to receipts, making it easier for buyers to track tire age. This is a straightforward consumer information requirement with no additional enforcement details specified in the bill text.

passed · New York · Assembly May 19, 2026

A 2749: Establishes the New York state lead-safe renovation, repair and painting act

Establishes the "New York state lead-safe renovation, repair and painting act"; establishes standards for lead-safe renovation, repair and painting of residential properties; requires documentation of compliance with such standards.

Topics ✓ Housing

Harry Bronson (D) · 23 co-sponsors

passed · New York · Assembly May 19, 2026

A 4122: Authorizes and directs the office of children and family services to conduct a study on the family assessment response program

Authorizes and directs the office of children and family services to conduct a study on the family assessment response program; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof.

passed both · New York · Assembly May 19, 2026

A 6029: Relates to providing education and outreach programs related to home visiting programs

Relates to providing education and outreach programs related to home visiting programs which provide support for pregnant and parenting families, and have been proven to improve outcomes for mothers, infants, and families; provides that such information shall include information on services available from such programs, eligibility, and relevant contact information.

John Zaccaro (D) · 18 co-sponsors

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