New York bills · 2025 Regular Session
New York A 3317
Relates to the creation of Melinda's Law in relation to the basis for removal of children
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became law
Sponsors
- Doug Smith (Republican)
Cosponsors (6)
- John K. Mikulin (Republican)
- Angelo J. Morinello (Republican)
- Joe DeStefano (Republican/Conservative)
- Chris Tague (Republican)
- Karl Brabenec (Republican)
- David McDonough (Republican)
Summary
Official abstract published by the New York legislature
Protects a parent who is a victim of domestic violence from having children removed from their custody if they reported the abuse.
Text versions
Roll-call votes
No recorded votes on this bill.
Actions
- Jan 7, 2026 · House
REFERRED TO CHILDREN AND FAMILIES - Jan 27, 2025 · House
REFERRED TO CHILDREN AND FAMILIES