S2922

The New York State Senate passed legislation Tuesday extending sexual conduct protections to individuals on probation, mirroring existing safeguards for parolees. Senate Print 2922, sponsored by Sen. Cleare, prohibits sexual conduct between probation officers and the individuals they directly supervise, addressing what Cleare characterized as inherent power imbalances in supervisory relationships that can invite manipulation and collusion. "Our justice system serves all of us better when it is fair, equitable, transparent, and decisions made and actions taken are beyond reproach," Cleare said in explaining her vote. The bill passed on a roll call vote of 60-0. It takes effect November 1.

The New York State Senate passed Senate Print 2922, sponsored by Senator Cleare, an act to amend the Penal Law, on a roll call vote of 61-1. The bill, which carries Calendar Number 468, will take effect on November 1st. Senator Lanza cast the sole vote in opposition. The measure proceeded to a vote without recorded floor debate.