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NY S08763
Bill
Status
3/8/2024
Primary Sponsor
Jessica Scarcella-Spanton
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AI Summary
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Designates employees of the New York City Department of Buildings as peace officers when designated by the commissioner and acting pursuant to their duties under NYC Charter Chapter 26.
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Prohibits designated building department peace officers from carrying, possessing, repairing, or disposing of firearms unless they obtain the appropriate license under Penal Law Section 400.00.
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Creates a new assault offense for intentionally causing physical injury to employees of the NYC Department of Buildings in inspectorial, technical, or investigative titles to prevent them from performing their lawful duties.
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment.
Legislative Description
Designates building inspectors in the city of New York as peace officers; makes it a felony to assault certain department of buildings employees while such employees are engaged in their lawful duties.
Last Action
REFERRED TO CODES
3/8/2024