New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
S 10531: Extends the effectiveness of chapter 435 of the laws of 2014 relating to defining spearguns and allowing recreational spearfishing in New York's marine and coastal waters
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 10531 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on May 19, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Extends the effectiveness of chapter 435 of the laws of 2014 relating to defining spearguns and allowing recreational spearfishing in New York's marine and coastal waters. Primary sponsor: James Skoufis (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 4, 2026): SUBSTITUTED BY A11372.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Extends the effectiveness of certain provisions relating to defining spearguns and allowing recreational spearfishing in New York's marine and coastal waters.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Skoufis | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 42 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- SUBSTITUTED BY A11372
- ORDERED TO THIRD READING CAL.1441
- COMMITTEE DISCHARGED AND COMMITTED TO RULES
- REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION