New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
A 318: Prohibits speech-based defenses to actions brought against an individual for the unlawful dissemination of publication of an intimate image
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
A 318 is a bill introduced in the New York House on January 8, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Prohibits speech-based defenses to actions brought against an individual for the unlawful dissemination of publication of an intimate image. Primary sponsor: Catalina Cruz (Democratic). It lists 3 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (May 26, 2026): AMENDED ON THIRD READING 318A.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Prohibits speech-based defenses to actions brought against an individual for the unlawful dissemination of publication of an intimate image.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3 · Democratic/Working Families 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catalina Cruz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| Larinda Hooks | Co-sponsor | Democratic/Working Families | House | 35 |
| David Weprin | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 24 |
| John Zaccaro | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 80 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- AMENDED ON THIRD READING 318A
- ADVANCED TO THIRD READING CAL.262
- REPORTED
- REFERRED TO CODES
- REFERRED TO CODES