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NY S08701

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

3/1/2024

Primary Sponsor

James Skoufis

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Origin

Senate

2023-2024 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends Public Officers Law Section 87 to add a new exemption from Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) disclosure requirements
  • Exempts any statement made by a witness or victim relating to sexual abuse or misconduct from mandatory disclosure
  • Applies to records compiled for law enforcement purposes where disclosure would interfere with investigations or judicial proceedings
  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment
  • Introduced by Senator Skoufis on March 1, 2024

Legislative Description

Exempts statements of victims and witnesses relating to sexual abuse or misconduct from disclosure under FOIL provisions.

Last Action

COMMITTED TO RULES

6/7/2024

Committee Referrals

Rules6/7/2024
Investigations and Government Operations3/1/2024

Full Bill Text

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