New York bills · 2025 Regular Session
New York S 8204
Relates to the definition of the term prospective relative guardian
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became law
Sponsors
- Jabari Brisport (Democratic/Working Families)
Summary
Official abstract published by the New York legislature
Provides that no person shall be precluded from being deemed a "prospective relative guardian" based on whether such person's relationship with the child was established before or after such child's placement into foster care.
Text versions
Roll-call votes
State vote data last updated Oct 15, 2026, 8:04 PM.
| Date | Vote | Result | Your legislators |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 21, 2026 Senate | Children And Families Vote | pass | Set your home in New York to see |
Actions
- Jun 5, 2026 · Senate
COMMITTED TO RULES - Apr 28, 2026 · Senate
AMENDED ON THIRD READING 8204A - Apr 27, 2026 · Senate
ADVANCED TO THIRD READING - Apr 22, 2026 · Senate
2ND REPORT CAL. - Apr 21, 2026 · Senate
1ST REPORT CAL.727 - Jan 7, 2026 · Senate
REFERRED TO CHILDREN AND FAMILIES - May 21, 2025 · Senate
REFERRED TO CHILDREN AND FAMILIES