New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill

S 9844: Requires all certified first responders, emergency medical technicians, and advanced emergency medical technicians to undergo criminal background checks

In committee Last action April 7, 2026: REFERRED TO HEALTH

Plain-language summary

S 9844 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on April 7, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires all certified first responders, emergency medical technicians, and advanced emergency medical technicians to undergo criminal background checks. Primary sponsor: James Skoufis (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 7, 2026): REFERRED TO HEALTH.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: James Skoufis (Democratic).