New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
A 3317: Relates to the creation of Melinda's Law in relation to the basis for removal of children
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
A 3317 is a bill introduced in the New York House on January 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relates to the creation of Melinda's Law in relation to the basis for removal of children. Primary sponsor: Doug Smith (Republican). It lists 6 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 7, 2026): REFERRED TO CHILDREN AND FAMILIES.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Protects a parent who is a victim of domestic violence from having children removed from their custody if they reported the abuse.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 6 · Republican/Conservative 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doug Smith | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 5 |
| Karl Brabenec | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 98 |
| Joe DeStefano | Co-sponsor | Republican/Conservative | House | 3 |
| Dave McDonough | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 14 |
| John Mikulin | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 17 |
| Angelo Morinello | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 145 |
| Chris Tague | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 102 |
“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 CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
- REFERRED TO CHILDREN AND FAMILIES