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NY A02403

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/16/2025

Primary Sponsor

Stephen Hawley

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Origin

Assembly

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Prohibits courts from considering a parent's military deployment as a negative factor when determining child custody in divorce, separation, or marriage annulment proceedings
  • Applies to parents serving in active duty with the U.S. Armed Forces or the New York State organized militia
  • Requires the deployed parent to present a suitable child care plan for the deployment period to receive this protection
  • Amends both Section 70 and Section 240 of the Domestic Relations Law to ensure consistent application across different types of custody proceedings
  • Takes effect immediately upon passage

Legislative Description

Provides that the issue of military deployment shall not be considered as a factor in the awarding of custody in marital actions where a suitable child care plan is presented.

Last Action

referred to judiciary

1/7/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/16/2025

Full Bill Text

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