New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill

A 8855: Establishes the detention support program in the office for new Americans to provide financial assistance to individuals and families of detained persons

In committee Last action January 7, 2026: REFERRED TO GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS

Plain-language summary

A 8855 is a bill introduced in the New York House on June 9, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Establishes the detention support program in the office for new Americans to provide financial assistance to individuals and families of detained persons. Primary sponsor: Phara Souffrant Forrest (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 7, 2026): REFERRED TO GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Phara Souffrant Forrest (Democratic).