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NY S07327
Bill
Status
4/10/2025
Primary Sponsor
Samra Brouk
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AI Summary
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Grants peace officer status to security officers employed by Highland Hospital within the hospital's grounds, campuses, and facilities
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Authorizes these officers to transport arrested individuals beyond hospital property only when requested by local law enforcement and when no local officer is available for timely transport
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Limits peace officer powers to specific provisions including making warrantless arrests, using physical force, and detaining individuals with probable cause while awaiting law enforcement arrival
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Explicitly prohibits these security 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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Takes effect immediately upon passage
Legislative Description
Grants peace officer status to certain security officers employed by Highland Hospital; provides such peace officers are not authorized to carry, possess, repair or dispose of a firearm.
Last Action
REFERRED TO CODES
1/7/2026