New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill

S 1855: Strengthens protections for patients regarding sexual misconduct by medical providers

Passed one chamber Last action March 9, 2026: REFERRED TO HEALTH

Plain-language summary

S 1855 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on January 14, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Strengthens protections for patients regarding sexual misconduct by medical providers. Primary sponsor: Gustavo Rivera (Democratic/Working Families). It lists 7 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (March 9, 2026): REFERRED TO HEALTH.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Gustavo Rivera (Democratic/Working Families). 7 co-sponsors.