Criminal Justice (Law Enforcement)

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6377: Relates to establishing mandatory continuing law enforcement education for peace officers

Relates to establishing mandatory continuing law enforcement education for peace officers; requires peace officers to biannually complete a minimum of 32 credit hours of training including de-escalation techniques, implicit biases and mental health training.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeMandatory training in de-escalation, implicit bias, and mental health directly promotes police accountability and reform, aligning with support indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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passed · New York · Senate Apr 27, 2026

S 4470: Establishes "DJ's law" requiring training for police officers on discharging a firearm at a moving vehicle

Enacts "DJ's law" which requires training for police officers on discharging a firearm at a moving vehicle; requires the municipal police training council to develop and disseminate written policies and procedures regarding such force.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeMandates police training and written policies on firearm use at moving vehicles, enhancing officer accountability and reducing force misuse per criminal justice reform indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Firearms Law Enforcement Policing

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3982: Establishes the crime of failure to report a school safety threat

This bill (A 3982) creates a new class A misdemeanor for individuals aged 13 or older who fail to immediately report school safety threats they discover through social media, written, verbal, or electronic communications. It defines "school safety threats" broadly to include any statement or behavior indicating intent to harm students, staff, or school property, such as online posts. The law requires reporting via phone, email, or in person to law enforcement and excludes children under 13 or those with impaired judgment. Schools must also conduct annual training on these reporting requirements, and the state must develop education programs about the law.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeCreates new misdemeanor for failing to report school threats, expanding criminalization rather than reforming justice system.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6023: Includes authorized internet entities in the information sex offenders are required to disclose upon registration

This bill expands sex offender registration requirements in New York by adding "authorized internet entities" (specific online services or platforms) to the list of information offenders must disclose upon registration. It requires sex offenders to report changes to their internet accounts, identifiers, or the specific online services they use within 10 days, similar to reporting address changes. A $10 fee applies each time an offender registers such changes to internet-related information. The law directly affects registered sex offenders who use internet services, mandating broader disclosure of their online activity to law enforcement.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeExpands sex offender registration requirements, increasing restrictions on offenders without reform elements; aligns with 'expands criminalization' indicator.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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failed · New York · Assembly Apr 21, 2026

A 5224: Designates certain offenses against law enforcement officers as hate crimes

Designates certain offenses against emergency medical services personnel, firefighters, and law enforcement officers as hate crimes; includes the definition of emergency medical services personnel, firefighters, and law enforcement officers.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill designates attacks on law enforcement as hate crimes, enhancing sentencing within criminal justice framework.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5862: Relates to the storage of evidence by law enforcement agencies

Requires law enforcement agencies to store physical or other evidence it maintains within fireproof containers or within a fireproof storage area; requires law enforcement agencies to document and photograph evidence before it is stored in a fireproof container or storage area; requires that such documents and photographs be stored in a different location.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires fireproof evidence storage and documentation to prevent loss, supporting case integrity and fair trials in criminal justice proceedings.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 10, 2025

S 6244: Enacts the "Lieutenant Joseph Banish mental health act"

Enacts the "Lieutenant Joseph Banish mental health act" which establishes a law enforcement peer support program to provide confidentiality for communications arising out of law enforcement peer support counseling; defines terms; provides exceptions for when a peer support communication may be disclosed.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEstablishes confidential peer support for law enforcement officers, enhancing mental health resources and accountability - aligns with criminal justice reform indicators.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates law enforcement peer support program with confidentiality for mental health counseling, directly advancing mental health services as a healthcare component.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4157: Requires police officer training programs on interacting with individuals with a disability

Requires police officer training programs on interacting with individuals with a disability with special emphasis on the techniques needed to improve interactions with individuals that are blind or deaf or hard of hearing; provides such training shall be created in consultation with the justice center for the protection of people with special needs.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeMandates police training on disability interactions to improve officer conduct and protect civil rights, aligning with criminal justice reform goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Policing

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passed · New York · Senate Apr 29, 2026

S 1982: Relates to the completion of training requirements for sheriffs and undersheriffs

Relates to the completion of training requirements for sheriffs and undersheriffs; directs the municipal police training council to promulgate rules and regulations relating to qualification for municipal police forces for persons who were previously sworn members of the state police and to provide certificates to such persons who meet such qualifications.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill mandates training standards for sheriffs/undersheriffs, strengthening law enforcement qualifications within criminal justice framework.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Policing

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 16, 2025

S 2266: Requires annual reports of legal settlement payments related to law enforcement activity

Requires annual reports of legal settlement payments related to law enforcement activity; provides such report shall include, but not be limited to, monetary amounts, plaintiffs and named parties, and shall be published on the website of the comptroller.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires public reporting of law enforcement settlements to enhance transparency and accountability, aligning with criminal justice reform indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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