Bill > A01872

This bill amends the New York State Penal Law to specifically categorize assaults against certain employees of the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development and the New York City Department of Buildings as a class D felony. The bill creates four new legal scenarios where assaulting these specific employees can be considered a serious criminal offense: two scenarios involve intentionally preventing these employees from performing their lawful duties by causing physical injury, and two scenarios involve intentionally causing physical injury to these employees while they are performing their official duties. The employees covered by this bill work in inspectorial, technical, investigative, social service, community, or labor compliance roles related to development, construction, or housing projects. By creating these specific legal provisions, the bill provides enhanced legal protection for municipal employees who may face risks while conducting official inspections or community-related work, signaling the state's intent to protect workers who play critical roles in urban development and housing regulations.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A1872