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NY A01465
Relates to certain prostitution offenses and fines relating thereto; relates to motions to vacate judgment and motions for new sentencing; relates to investigation into acts alleged to be the unauthorized practice of massage therapy by potential victims of human trafficking; prohibits the possession of reproductive or sexual health devices from being permitted in specified criminal or civil proceedings as evidence of prostitution; relates to services for exploited individuals, services for victi
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Introduced
01/09/2025
01/09/2025
In Committee
01/09/2025
01/09/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the penal law, in relation to certain prostitution offenses and fines relating thereto; to amend the criminal procedure law, in relation to motions to vacate judgment and motions for new sentencing; to amend the education law, in relation to investigation into acts alleged to be the unauthorized practice of massage therapy by potential victims of human trafficking; to amend the civil practice law and rules, the criminal procedure law and the executive law, in relation to prohibiting possession of reproductive or sexual health devices from being permitted in specified criminal or civil proceedings as evidence of prostitution; to amend the executive law, in relation to the maximum age at which a homeless youth can continue to receive shelter services; to amend the executive law, in relation to human trafficking and sexual exploitation awareness; to amend the county law, in relation to duties of the sheriff; to amend the town law, in relation to the duties of police officers and constables; to amend the social services law, in relation to services for exploited individuals, services for victims of human trafficking and the interagency task force on human trafficking; to amend the state finance law, in relation to establishing the victims of sexual exploitation fund; to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, the criminal procedure law, the family court act, the multiple dwelling law, the public health law, the real property law, the real property actions and proceedings law and the vehicle and traffic law, in relation to making conforming changes; and to repeal section 230.00 of the penal law relating to prostitution, section 230.03 of the penal law relating to prostitution in a school zone, section 230.07 relating to a defense against patronizing a person for prostitution, and subdivision 4 of section 170.30 of the criminal procedure law relating to a motion to dismiss information, simplified information, prosecutor's information or misdemeanor complaint
AI Summary
This bill, known as the "Sex Trade Survivors Justice and Equality Act," comprehensively reforms laws related to prostitution and sexual exploitation in New York State. The bill repeals existing prostitution offenses and introduces several significant changes, including creating a new victims of sexual exploitation fund, expanding the definition of sexually exploited individuals to include people up to age 24, and implementing new protections and support services for those impacted by sexual exploitation. Key provisions include automatically vacating and expunging previous prostitution convictions, prohibiting the use of reproductive health devices as evidence in certain legal proceedings, establishing new training requirements for law enforcement and state agencies on human trafficking, and creating a sliding scale fine system for certain offenses that will be directed into a fund to support victims. The bill aims to shift the legal approach from criminalization to supporting survivors, recognizing that many individuals involved in sex work may be victims of trafficking or exploitation. Additionally, the legislation mandates the development of more trauma-informed policies and increases support services for sexually exploited individuals, including expanding access to safe housing, mental health services, and legal assistance.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (15)
Pamela Hunter (D)*,
Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn (D),
Chris Burdick (D),
Noah Burroughs (D),
Sarah Clark (D),
Maritza Davila (D),
Andrew Hevesi (D),
Alicia Hyndman (D),
Charles Lavine (D),
Dana Levenberg (D),
Demond Meeks (D),
Misha Novakhov (R),
Amy Paulin (D),
Crystal Peoples-Stokes (D),
Maryjane Shimsky (D),
Last Action
referred to codes (on 01/09/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A1465 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=A01465&term=2025&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#A01465 |
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