Bill > S05110

This bill amends the New York State Penal Law to create new provisions that specifically criminalize assaulting employees of the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development and the New York City Department of Buildings under specific circumstances. The bill establishes two new types of assault as a class D felony: first, when someone intentionally prevents these employees (who work in inspectorial, technical, investigative, or community service roles) from performing their lawful duties by causing physical injury, and second, when someone intentionally causes physical injury to such employees while they are performing their lawful duties. This means that individuals who assault these specific city employees during the course of their work could now be charged with a more serious criminal offense. The bill appears designed to provide additional legal protection for city employees who are responsible for important building and housing inspections, investigations, and community services, recognizing the potential risks they face in their professional roles. The legislation would take effect immediately upon passage.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S5110