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NY S09190
Bill
Status
11/7/2018
Primary Sponsor
Patrick Gallivan
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AI Summary
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Eliminates statute of limitations for criminal prosecutions of sexual offenses, incest, and child sexual performance abuse committed against minors; allows civil actions up to age 50 for victims of such abuse.
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Removes notice of claim requirements and filing deadlines for civil lawsuits against municipalities, schools, and the state arising from child sexual abuse committed against persons under 18.
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Requires office of court administration to provide judicial training on sexual assault and sexual abuse of minors within six months of enactment.
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Creates new law enforcement reporting requirement for specified professionals (clergy, teachers, social workers, medical personnel, etc.) to report suspected child abuse directly to police; establishes mandatory two-hour training for persons required to report.
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Prohibits non-profit corporations from retaliating against employees who report violations of law, refuse to participate in illegal activities, or testify about employer wrongdoing; provides remedies including reinstatement, back pay, and attorney fees.
Legislative Description
Enacts the "child victims protection and accountability act"; relates to the period of limitation and commencement of actions for certain child abuse cases; requires that the office of court administration shall provide training for judges and justices with respect to crimes involving sexual abuse of minors (Part A); relates to reports of child abuse to law enforcement; relates to falsely reporting an incident in the third degree (Part B); and prohibits retaliatory personnel action by employers of corporations formed other than for profit (Part C).
Last Action
REFERRED TO RULES
11/7/2018