New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill

A 3970: Clarifies the timeline and details needed for child protective services to declare whether a report is "indicated" or "unfounded"

In committee Last action January 7, 2026: REFERRED TO CHILDREN AND FAMILIES

Plain-language summary

A 3970 is a bill introduced in the New York House on January 30, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Clarifies the timeline and details needed for child protective services to declare whether a report is "indicated" or "unfounded". Primary sponsor: Andrew Hevesi (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 7, 2026): REFERRED TO CHILDREN AND FAMILIES.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Andrew Hevesi (Democratic).