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S 7039 New York Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Establishes the class C felony of assault of a patient in a mental health or developmental disability facility

Summary
Establishes the class C felony of assault of a patient in a mental health or developmental disability facility, for the intentional causation of physical injury to a patient residing in a facility operated, licensed or certified by the office of mental health or the office for people with developmental disabilities.
Issues: ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeCreates class C felony for assaulting vulnerable patients in facilities, strengthening legal protections and accountability within criminal justice system.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill criminalizes assault on patients in mental health facilities, directly protecting patient safety and rights within healthcare settings per topic description.90% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
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Governor
Introduced Mar 31, 2025 Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
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Mar 31, 2025
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Andrew Lanza
RRepublican/Conservative/Independence/Reform
NY
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