Criminal Justice

in committee · New York · Assembly May 15, 2026

A 11413: Enacts the "family reunification and economic empowerment act"

Enacts the "family reunification and economic empowerment act" in relation to the establishment of a family reunification and economic empowerment pilot program to be administered by the department of corrections and community supervision to provide incarcerated parents in the city of New York with access to paid apprenticeship and employment opportunities while incarcerated.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill provides paid employment and apprenticeship opportunities to incarcerated parents, directly enhancing rehabilitation and reducing recidivism.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Probation & Parole

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 1, 2026

J 2318: Celebrating Senator Michael N. Gianaris upon the occasion of his designation as the recipient of the President Pro Tempore and Senate Majority Leader s Legislative Legacy Award

This Senate Resolution honors Senator Michael N. Gianaris as he receives the President Pro Tempore and Senate Majority Leader's Legislative Legacy Award. The bill formally recognizes his decades of public service, highlighting his legislative achievements in areas such as tenant rights, criminal justice reform, and election access. It expresses the Senate's gratitude for his contributions and directs that a copy of the resolution be sent to him as a token of appreciation.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill explicitly honors a senator for achievements in criminal justice reform, indicating a supportive stance toward the topic.75% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 1, 2026

A 10772: Establishes the offense of vehicular homicide

This bill proposes creating a new crime called vehicular homicide that applies to anyone who causes another person's death while driving a motor vehicle with a reckless disregard for human life. Under the proposed law, committing this offense would be classified as a class B felony, which is a serious criminal charge. The legislation would take effect approximately eight months after it is officially signed into law.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill creates a new felony offense for reckless driving causing death, strengthening criminal accountability and justice.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by establishing vehicular homicide as a felony, deterring reckless driving.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Violent Crime

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 2, 2026

S 9715: Relates to the age of persons eligible for a sentence of life imprisonment without parole

This bill clarifies that only individuals who were eighteen years of age or older at the time of committing a crime can be sentenced to life imprisonment without the possibility of parole. It directly affects the sentencing guidelines for serious offenses such as murder, terrorism, and the use of chemical or biological weapons by explicitly excluding minors from this specific punishment. The legislation ensures that defendants under the age of eighteen remain eligible for indeterminate sentences with a maximum term of life imprisonment, while those aged eighteen and above face the stricter penalty for the listed crimes. This change codifies the age restriction into the penal law and takes effect immediately upon passage.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill restricts life without parole for minors, aligning with criminal justice reform and protecting youth rights.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Juvenile Justice Probation & Parole Sentencing

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passed · New York · Assembly Apr 20, 2026

K 1134: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 19-25, 2026, as Crime Victims' Rights Week in the State of New York

This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially recognize April 19-25, 2026, as Crime Victims' Rights Week. The resolution does not change any laws or create new programs; instead, it serves to raise public awareness about the rights and needs of crime victims during that specific week. By aligning the state observance with the national event, the bill highlights the importance of supporting victims across various types of crimes and demographics. Ultimately, the measure is a symbolic gesture intended to honor the contributions of victim service providers and to promote compassion for those affected by crime.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill promotes awareness of crime victims' rights, aligning with protecting civil rights and enhancing support within the criminal justice system.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Victims' Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate May 11, 2026

S 9973: Relates to the effectiveness of certain county-tribal detention agreements between the Oneida Indian Nation and Oneida county and Madison county

This bill legally validates two detention agreements between the Oneida Indian Nation and Oneida and Madison counties, ensuring that incarcerated adults remanded by the Nation's court can be held in county facilities. It ratifies the specific deals signed in May 2024 and confirms that these arrangements will remain in effect for three and two years, respectively. By explicitly approving these contracts, the legislation guarantees that all parties' rights and responsibilities under the agreements are fully enforceable. The measure also outlines when related sections of the correction law will expire, effectively setting a timeline for the duration of this special detention arrangement.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill validates tribal-county detention agreements, ensuring legal clarity and continuity for incarcerated adults remanded by tribal courts, thereby supporting effective criminal justice administration.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 11, 2026

A 11331: Provides a real property tax exemption on real property owned by certain volunteer auxiliary police officers

Authorizes local governments to provide a real property tax exemption on real property owned by certain volunteer auxiliary police officers in Suffolk county.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax relief to volunteer auxiliary police, aligning with support indicators for tax relief and promoting community service.85% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill provides tax exemptions to volunteer auxiliary police, enhancing support for law enforcement personnel involved in criminal justice.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Policing

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in committee · New York · Senate May 12, 2026

S 10304: Provides a state income tax exemption for police officers

This bill proposes to exempt the first $100,000 of state income tax for resident police officers. It achieves this by adding a specific subsection to the state tax law that defines eligible individuals based on existing criminal procedure definitions. The legislation also requires the tax commissioner to create rules for verifying claims made by taxpayers seeking this exemption. These changes would apply to taxable years starting on or after January 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax relief to police officers, aligning with indicators for supporting tax policies that benefit public service workers.85% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill provides tax exemption for police officers, enhancing compensation and retention, which supports law enforcement stability.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Sales Tax Tax Incentives Policing

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in committee · New York · Senate May 11, 2026

S 10294: Requires telephone corporations provide on their website information and materials pertaining to victims of domestic violence and opting-out of a bundle telephone contract

Requires telephone corporations to create a subsection on their websites with information and materials pertaining to victims of domestic violence and opting-out of a bundle telephone contract with such telephone corporation due to a person's status as a victim of domestic violence.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill aids domestic violence victims by facilitating contract opt-outs, a key component of victim protection and safety within the criminal justice framework.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates telephone corporations provide resources for domestic violence victims, enhancing consumer protection and digital equity.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Domestic Violence

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passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 2, 2026

A 11388: Provides additional protection to judges and their family members under the Judicial Security Act

Provides additional protection to judges and their family members under the Judicial Security Act; expands protection to domestic partners and adult children; relates to records to be kept private; relates to the continuation of the prohibition against the public disclosure of personal information; authorizes the chief administrator of the courts to develop procedures necessary to prevent the disclosure of personal information in the possession of the unified court system.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens judicial security by expanding protections for judges and families, enhancing the safety of the justice system infrastructure.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Drug Policy

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