S 866

New York Senate bill in Session 2025-2026.

Status: in_committee. Latest action: February 5, 2026.

Re-defines the term physically helpless.

Bill ID NY-2025-2026-S-866
Session 2025-2026
Status in_committee
Committee Codes
Senate in_committee 2026-02-05
Summary

Relates to re-defining the term physically helpless to mean an individual who is physically unable to communicate affirmative consent through words or clear actions that offer permission and a willingness to engage in sexual activity.

Sponsor
Jamaal Bailey
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Actions Timeline
Date Event Detail
2025-01-06 Introduced Bill introduced
2026-02-05 Status in_committee
2026-02-05 Latest Action In Assembly Committee
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