New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
A 5550: Requires police officers and peace officers to issue appearance tickets to individuals charged with certain offenses instead of arresting such individuals
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
A 5550 is a bill introduced in the New York House on February 14, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires police officers and peace officers to issue appearance tickets to individuals charged with certain offenses instead of arresting such individuals. Primary sponsor: Chantel Jackson (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 7, 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.
Requires police officers and peace officers to issue appearance tickets to individuals charged with certain offenses instead of arresting such individuals.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chantel Jackson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 79 |
“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
- REFERRED TO CODES