New York 2025 Session Status: Introduced

S8840 — Enacts the New York emergency responder act

Last action — In Senate Committee

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed Assembly
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced January 08, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

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In plain language

This bill limits the liability of certain emergency responders in New York.

The New York emergency responder act seeks to protect specific emergency responders from legal liability. This aims to encourage their service in emergencies without fear of lawsuits.

What this means for you
  • Workers: If you are an emergency responder, this bill could help protect you from lawsuits when you respond to emergencies.

Summary

Enacts the New York emergency responder act limiting the liability of certain emergency responders.

Bill Text

Action History

  1. COMMITTED TO RULES

  2. ADVANCED TO THIRD READING

  3. 2ND REPORT CAL.

  4. 1ST REPORT CAL.1164

  5. REFERRED TO VETERANS, HOMELAND SECURITY AND MILITARY AFFAIRS

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 218 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (218)

218 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does S8840 do?
Enacts the New York emergency responder act limiting the liability of certain emergency responders.
Who sponsors S8840?
S8840 is sponsored by Jessica Scarcella-Spanton.
What is the current status of S8840?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced January 08, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track S8840?
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