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NY A06714
NY A06714Prohibits qualified immunity for public officials; authorizes attorney general enforcement; provides that statutory immunities and statutory limitations on liability, damages or attorney fees do not apply to such claims.
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Introduced
05/05/2023
05/05/2023
In Committee
01/03/2024
01/03/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the public officers law, in relation to prohibiting qualified immunity for elected public officials
AI Summary
This bill prohibits qualified immunity as a defense for elected public officials acting under color of law who deprive individuals of their rights under the federal or state constitution or laws. It allows the state Attorney General to bring civil actions for legal or equitable relief against such officials, and specifies that statutory immunities and limitations on liability, damages, or attorney fees do not apply to these claims. The bill aims to hold elected officials accountable for violations of individual rights, even if the rights were not clearly established at the time or the official believed their conduct was lawful.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
referred to governmental operations (on 01/03/2024)
Bill Topics
Civil Rights, Minority Issues, and Civil Liberties
- ‐ General Civil Rights
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
- ‐ Civil Law and Procedure
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2023/A6714 | 05/05/2023 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=A06714&term=2023&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#A06714 | 05/06/2023 |
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