New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
A 4786: Establishes a presumption of shared parenting of minor children in matrimonial and family court proceedings
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
A 4786 is a bill introduced in the New York House on February 6, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Establishes a presumption of shared parenting of minor children in matrimonial and family court proceedings. Primary sponsor: Brian Manktelow (Republican). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 7, 2026): REFERRED TO JUDICIARY.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Establishes a presumption of shared parenting of minor children in matrimonial and family court proceedings.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2 · Republican/Conservative 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Manktelow | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 130 |
| Karl Brabenec | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 98 |
| Joe DeStefano | Co-sponsor | Republican/Conservative | House | 3 |
“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 JUDICIARY
- REFERRED TO JUDICIARY