New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
S 5289: Relates to requiring the release of body camera recordings in instances where an officer uses force within thirty days of such incident
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 5289 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on February 20, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relates to requiring the release of body camera recordings in instances where an officer uses force within thirty days of such incident. Primary sponsor: Luis Sepúlveda (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 the release of body camera recordings in instances where an officer fires a gun and hits someone or could have caused injury, uses a stun gun, or makes use of any other force that causes harm within thirty days of such incident.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luis Sepúlveda | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
“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