New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
S 504: Relates to authorizing school officials to temporarily retain custody of a suspected abused or maltreated child
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 504 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on January 8, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relates to authorizing school officials to temporarily retain custody of a suspected abused or maltreated child. Primary sponsor: Tony Palumbo (Republican). 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.
Authorizes school officials to temporarily retain custody of a suspected abused or maltreated child until a police or child protective services official arrives to determine whether it is safe to return the child to the parent or guardian.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tony Palumbo | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 1 |
“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