New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill

A 5813: Requires background checks prior to employment in a position involving substantial contact with children while dressed as a children's character

In committee Last action January 7, 2026: REFERRED TO CORRECTION

Plain-language summary

A 5813 is a bill introduced in the New York House on February 20, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires background checks prior to employment in a position involving substantial contact with children while dressed as a children's character. Primary sponsor: Erik Dilan (Democratic). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 7, 2026): REFERRED TO CORRECTION.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Erik Dilan (Democratic). 2 co-sponsors.