S8860
An act to amend the Domestic Relations Law — 2026-01-27 · Calendar #96
The New York State Senate passed legislation sponsored by Sen. May that would prevent a parent's history of seeking abortion or reproductive health services from being used against them in custody cases. The bill, S8860, passed on a 43-15 vote along largely party lines. Sen. May argued the measure protects both the best interests of children in custody disputes and New Yorkers' ability to access reproductive health services without fear of legal consequences in family court proceedings. Fifteen senators voted against the bill: Ashby, Borrello, Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, Chan, Mattera, Murray, Oberacker, O'Mara, Ortt, Palumbo, Rhoads, Stec, Tedisco, Walczyk and Weik. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.
PASSED
Ayes: 43
· Nays: 15
Debate Summary
Sen. May explained that the bill prevents a history of seeking abortion or reproductive health services from being used against parents in custody cases. She argued the measure protects both the best interests of children in custody disputes and New Yorkers' ability to access reproductive health services without fear of legal consequences.
Recorded Votes
Recorded votes are predominantly dissenting (nay) votes captured from roll call records.
| Senator | Vote | Party |
|---|---|---|
| Ashby | nay | Republican |
| Borrello | nay | Republican |
| Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick | nay | Republican |
| Chan | nay | Republican |
| Mattera | nay | Republican |
| Murray | nay | Republican |
| O'Mara | nay | Republican |
| Oberacker | nay | Republican |
| Ortt | nay | Republican |
| Palumbo | nay | Republican |
| Rhoads | nay | Republican |
| Stec | nay | Republican |
| Tedisco | nay | Republican |
| Walczyk | nay | Republican |
| Weik | nay | Republican |
An act in relation to authorizing the Town of Eden to alienate and discontinue the use of certain parklands — 2024-05-29 · Calendar #1218
The New York State Senate passed legislation authorizing the Town of Eden to alienate and discontinue the use of certain parklands. Senate Print 8860, sponsored by Sen. Gallivan, was approved on a roll call vote, 60-0. The bill, which carried a home-rule message, takes effect immediately upon passage.
PASSED
Ayes: 60
· Nays: N/A
Debate Summary
No substantive debate was recorded on this bill. The measure, which authorizes the Town of Eden to alienate and discontinue the use of certain parklands, was brought to a vote following a home-rule message.