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NY S01694

Bill

Status

Engrossed

6/10/2025

Primary Sponsor

James Skoufis

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Adds a new subdivision to the harassment in the second degree statute (Penal Law § 240.26) making it illegal to broadcast or record entrances or exits to school grounds with intent to harass, annoy, or alarm another person

  • Prohibits the use, installation, or permitting of cameras, cell phones, or any electronic device capable of recording or transmitting visual images of school entrances/exits when done with harassing intent

  • Classified as a violation (not a misdemeanor or felony), consistent with existing second degree harassment penalties

  • Updates gendered language throughout the statute from "He or she" to "The actor"

  • Takes effect on the first of November following enactment

Legislative Description

Prohibits recording of the entrance or exit of a school ground or the entrance or exit to a property that contains school grounds within its boundaries.

Last Action

REFERRED TO CODES

1/7/2026

Committee Referrals

Codes1/7/2026
Codes6/10/2025
Codes1/13/2025

Full Bill Text

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