Criminal Justice

in committee · New York · Senate Apr 2, 2026

S 9727: Relates to a waiver of earnings limitation for certain retired law enforcement officers

Provides a waiver of earnings limitations for retired sworn law enforcement officers employed by the office of the special commissioner of investigations for the New York city school district.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill provides financial relief to retired law enforcement officers, supporting the workforce and protecting civil service benefits.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 24, 2026

A 11071: Relates to residential rehabilitation units in correctional facilities

Prohibits the department of corrections from placing incarcerated individuals in two-person cells in residential rehabilitation units unless such incarcerated individuals agree.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill protects civil rights by requiring consent for solitary-like confinement in rehab units, aligning with criminal justice reform goals.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 27, 2026

S 10067: Relates to certain crimes of interference with religious worship

Relates to certain crimes of interference with access to places of religious worship; expands interference to include groups of two or more people demonstrating or preparing to demonstrate one hundred feet outside of places of religious worship.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill expands criminalization by targeting peaceful demonstrations near religious sites, increasing restrictions on assembly and limiting civil liberties.85% confidence

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passed · New York · Senate Mar 31, 2026

J 1818: Commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Prisoners' Legal Services of New York

This bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Prisoners' Legal Services of New York, a nonprofit organization founded in 1976 to provide legal representation to incarcerated individuals. The resolution acknowledges the organization's history, including its origins following the 1971 Attica prison uprising and its evolution from a federally funded program to a state-funded entity, while noting its current reduced capacity due to budget constraints. The bill does not create new laws or funding but instead directs the legislative body to pause proceedings to honor the organization's contributions and authorizes sending a copy of the resolution to the Prisoners' Legal Services of New York.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill commemorates organization providing legal representation to incarcerated individuals, supporting access to justice and prisoner rights within criminal justice system.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 19, 2026

S 5765: Requires immediate notification of a child's parent when an allegation of child abuse in an educational setting has been made regarding such child

This bill requires schools to immediately notify a child's parents when an allegation of child abuse is made against that child in an educational setting. The law mandates that administrators provide parents with a written statement explaining their rights and the procedures involved, while also ensuring reports are forwarded to law enforcement without delay. This applies whether the allegation comes from the child themselves or from another person, and it prevents delays in reporting to authorities even if a superintendent cannot be contacted. The bill amends existing education law provisions to make these notification requirements explicit and enforceable.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens child protection by ensuring immediate notification to parents and law enforcement regarding abuse allegations, enhancing accountability and timely intervention in criminal justice processes.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill strengthens student safety and parental rights in educational settings, protecting children from abuse and ensuring timely communication between schools and families.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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passed · New York · Assembly Mar 9, 2026

K 1011: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim February 7-14, 2026, as Court Reporting and Captioning Week in the State of New York

This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially recognize February 7-14, 2026, as Court Reporting and Captioning Week in the state. It directly honors court reporters and captioners who create accurate records of court proceedings and provide real-time text for people who are deaf or hard of hearing. The resolution highlights the importance of these professionals in ensuring fair, transparent, and accessible justice for all New Yorkers. Copies of the bill will be sent to the Governor, relevant state agencies, and professional organizations as a formal gesture of appreciation.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill promotes accessible justice by recognizing court reporting professionals who ensure fair, transparent proceedings for all citizens, including those with hearing impairments.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 12, 2026

S 9437: Relates to criminal impersonation in the first degree

This bill expands the crime of criminal impersonation in the first degree to include pretending to be a utility employee or a delivery person. It directly affects individuals who falsely claim to work for utility companies or delivery services, as well as property owners and businesses that might be targeted by such impersonators. The key provision adds two new categories to the existing law: one for impersonating utility workers and another for impersonating package or food/beverage delivery personnel, both of which involve unauthorized use of uniforms, badges, or insignia to gain access to property. If convicted of these new offenses, individuals would face the same penalties as those convicted of impersonating police officers or medical professionals, which is a class E felony. The bill takes effect 90 days after becoming law.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill expands criminal impersonation laws to protect public safety and property owners from fraud, strengthening criminal justice enforcement against deceptive practices.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Policing

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 9467: Establishes procedures to be followed when the body scan of an incarcerated individual, employee or visitor to a correctional facility displays alleged abnormalities

Establishes procedures to be followed when the body scan of an incarcerated individual, employee or visitor to a correctional facility displays alleged abnormalities; requires staff discipline for staff who have wrongfully denied visitation to a visitor or entry to an employee based on a body scan; requires the collection and reporting of certain information relating to visitation and entry denials based on body scans; requires such law to be posted in visitor processing areas of correctional facilities.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill establishes procedures for body scans and requires staff discipline for wrongful denials, protecting civil rights and enhancing accountability in correctional facilities.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections

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passed · New York · Senate May 18, 2026

S 9632: Limits the admissibility of evidence of a defendant's creative or artistic expression against such defendant in a criminal proceeding

Establishes an assumption of the inadmissibility of evidence of a defendant's creative or artistic expression against such defendant in a criminal proceeding; requires the proffering party to affirmatively prove that the evidence is admissible by clear and convincing evidence.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill protects defendant rights by limiting admissibility of creative expression evidence, reducing potential bias and strengthening civil liberties in criminal proceedings.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 12, 2026

A 10559: Establishes a property tax exemption for police officers who serve in the state of New York

This bill creates a property tax exemption for police officers living in New York State. It allows local governments to exempt up to 15% of a qualified officer's residential property value from taxes, with a maximum benefit of $12,000 or a calculated amount based on state equalization rates. The exemption applies to property used exclusively for residential purposes and excludes school taxes. Police officers must apply annually using a state-prescribed form, and local governments can repeal the exemption with at least 90 days notice.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides property tax relief for police officers, reducing their tax burden and supporting essential public service workers through fiscal incentives.85% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill provides financial incentives to police officers through tax exemptions, potentially improving recruitment and retention in law enforcement.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Policing

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