New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill

A 6855: Provides that the intentional murder of a child under the age of twelve shall be a first degree murder offense

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

Plain-language summary

A 6855 is a bill introduced in the New York House on March 14, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Provides that the intentional murder of a child under the age of twelve shall be a first degree murder offense. Primary sponsor: Vivian Cook (Democratic). It lists 7 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 7, 2026): REFERRED TO CODES.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Vivian Cook (Democratic). 7 co-sponsors.