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NY S04322
Bill
Status
4/2/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jessica Scarcella-Spanton
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AI Summary
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Creates a private right of action allowing individuals to sue for damages when a sexual partner intentionally removes, tampers with, or lies about using a sexually protective device without consent during agreed-upon sexual activity
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Covers three scenarios: removing/tampering with a device during sex, knowingly using a tampered device, or misleading a partner into believing a device was being used when it was not
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Specifies that past consent to unprotected sex does not constitute consent to future unprotected sex
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Allows plaintiffs to recover compensatory damages, punitive damages, and non-monetary relief, with courts considering emotional impact including risks of STIs and nonconsensual pregnancy
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Defines "sexually protective device" to include male/female condoms, spermicide, diaphragms, cervical caps, contraceptive sponges, dental dams, and other physical devices intended to prevent pregnancy or STIs
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Takes effect 90 days after becoming law and applies to acts occurring on or after that date
Legislative Description
Relates to creating a private right of action for unconsented removal or tampering with a sexually protective device.
Last Action
referred to judiciary
2/9/2026