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NY S08701
NY S08701Exempts statements of victims and witnesses relating to sexual abuse or misconduct from disclosure under FOIL provisions.
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Introduced
03/01/2024
03/01/2024
In Committee
03/01/2024
03/01/2024
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 exempting certain statements relating to sexual abuse or misconduct from disclosure
AI Summary
This bill amends the New York Public Officers Law to exempt from disclosure under the Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) any statements made by witnesses or victims relating to sexual abuse or misconduct. This change is intended to protect the privacy and confidentiality of individuals involved in such sensitive matters, while still allowing for access to other types of records compiled for law enforcement purposes.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
COMMITTED TO RULES (on 06/07/2024)
Bill Topics
Civil Rights, Minority Issues, and Civil Liberties
- ‐ Right to Privacy and Access to Government Information
Government Operations
- ‐ Government Transparency and Open Records
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2023/S8701 | 03/01/2024 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=S08701&term=2023&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#S08701 | 03/01/2024 |
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