New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
S 971: Relates to sentencing of a person convicted of murdering a child who is less than thirteen years old
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 971 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on January 8, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relates to sentencing of a person convicted of murdering a child who is less than thirteen years old. Primary sponsor: Rob Rolison (Republican). 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.
Provides that a person convicted of murder in the first or second degree, or aggravated murder, in the death of a child who is less than thirteen years old shall be sentenced to life imprisonment without parole.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rob Rolison | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 39 |
“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