New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
A 8453: Directs the hiring of an independent investigator to investigate correctional facilities in the state
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
A 8453 is a bill introduced in the New York House on May 16, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Directs the hiring of an independent investigator to investigate correctional facilities in the state. Primary sponsor: Marianne Buttenschon (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (January 7, 2026): REFERRED TO CORRECTION.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Directs the hiring of an independent investigator to investigate all 42 correctional facilities in the state to identify any negative policies and practices exiting as such correctional facilities.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marianne Buttenschon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 119 |
| Paula Kay | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 100 |
“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 CORRECTION
- REFERRED TO CORRECTION