New York 2025 Session Status: Introduced

S4245 — Establishes the independent office of the child advocate

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 February 03, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

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Summary

Establishes the independent office of the child advocate to ensure the protection and promotion of the rights of children in the care of any state agency or local social services district.

Bill Text

Action History

  1. REFERRED TO CHILDREN AND FAMILIES

  2. REFERRED TO CHILDREN AND FAMILIES

Sponsors

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

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (218)

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Frequently asked questions

What does S4245 do?
Establishes the independent office of the child advocate to ensure the protection and promotion of the rights of children in the care of any state agency or local social services district.
Who sponsors S4245?
S4245 is sponsored by Kevin S. Parker.
What is the current status of S4245?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced February 03, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track S4245?
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