New YorkRelates to the creation of Melinda's Law in relation to the basis for removal of children
What it does
Protects a parent who is a victim of domestic violence from having children removed from their custody if they reported the abuse.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Jan 7REFERRED TO CHILDREN AND FAMILIESLatest
- 2025
- Jan 27REFERRED TO CHILDREN AND FAMILIESIntroduced