New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
A 10946: Directs court to establish a period of commitment for persons found not responsible by reason of mental disease or defect
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
A 10946 is a bill introduced in the New York House on April 14, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Directs court to establish a period of commitment for persons found not responsible by reason of mental disease or defect. Primary sponsor: Ken Blankenbush (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 14, 2026): REFERRED TO CODES.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Directs a criminal court to establish a period of commitment for persons found not responsible by reason of mental disease or defect; a person so committed shall not be eligible for release from the custody of the commissioner of mental health or the commissioner of developmental disabilities until completion of the period of commitment.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ken Blankenbush | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 117 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- REFERRED TO CODES