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NY A09445

NY A09445
Prohibits the use of infant walkers in child care facilities.


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Introduced
01/06/2026
In Committee
01/20/2026
Crossed Over
01/29/2026
Passed
02/13/2026
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
02/13/2026

Introduced Session

2025-2026 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the social services law, in relation to prohibiting the use of infant walkers in child care facilities; and to repeal section -kk of the general business law relating to prohibiting the sale of infant walkers and restricting the use of such infant walkers in certain settings

AI Summary

This bill prohibits the use of infant walkers in child care facilities by amending the social services law. An "infant walker" is defined as a mobile unit that allows a child to move on a flat surface by propelling themselves while sitting or standing inside it. A "child care facility" includes any child day care provider or child care program, such as those in New York City. The bill also repeals a previous section of the general business law that dealt with prohibiting the sale and restricting the use of infant walkers in certain settings. The office of children and family services, in conjunction with the New York City department of health and mental hygiene, will be responsible for informing child care facilities about this new prohibition in clear, easy-to-understand language.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry, Housing and Urban Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

signed chap.13 (on 02/13/2026)

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