New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
S 9257: Enacts the voices of immigrant communities empowering survivors (VOICES) act; repealer
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- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 9257 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on February 19, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Enacts the voices of immigrant communities empowering survivors (VOICES) act; repealer. Primary sponsor: James Skoufis (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 19, 2026): REFERRED TO CRIME VICTIMS, CRIME AND CORRECTION.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Enacts the Voices of Immigrant Communities Empowering Survivors (VOICES) Act which provides certification to certain immigrant victims of qualifying criminal activity.
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
- REFERRED TO CRIME VICTIMS, CRIME AND CORRECTION