New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
S 5699: Provides for a formal process for a parent or legal guardian to request the issuance of an AMBER alert
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 5699 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on February 28, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Provides for a formal process for a parent or legal guardian to request the issuance of an AMBER alert. Primary sponsor: James Skoufis (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. 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.
Provides for a formal process for a parent or legal guardian to request the issuance of an AMBER alert.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican/Conservative 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Skoufis | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 42 |
| Jim Tedisco | Co-sponsor | Republican/Conservative | Senate | 44 |
“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