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NY S06926

Bill

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

6/14/2016

Primary Sponsor

Martin Golden

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Origin

Senate

2015-2016 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Establishes requirement for "covered police departments" (police departments in cities with population over one million) to equip officers with anti-terror response packages
  • Defines anti-terror response packages to include advanced ballistic vests, advanced ballistic helmets, and semiautomatic long guns or rifles
  • Requires equipment in packages to provide the greatest level of protection and effectiveness against terrorist attacks and active shooter incidents, determined by the commissioner
  • Declares a substantial state interest in protecting New York from terrorist threats and active shooter incidents, citing inadequate current officer equipment

Legislative Description

Relates to providing personal protective equipment to law enforcement officers in New York city to allow response to terrorist attacks and active shooter incidents.

Last Action

referred to governmental operations

6/14/2016

Committee Referrals

Governmental Operations6/14/2016
Rules6/8/2016
Finance3/7/2016

Full Bill Text

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