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S 4966

Allows access to sealed records and certain confidential records by the New York city civilian complaint review board in furtherance of the board's duties and functions

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jamaal Bailey and 2 co-sponsors

Bill S 4966 allows the NYC Civilian Complaint Review Board to access sealed and confidential records, enhancing oversight and accountability of police conduct.

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Bill Summary · S 4966

Summary of Bill S 4966

Bill Overview

Bill Number: S 4966
Title: Allows access to sealed records and certain confidential records by the New York City Civilian Complaint Review Board in furtherance of the board's duties and functions
Status: Referred to Cities
Introduced: February 14, 2025
Classification: Bill

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of Bill S 4966 is to enhance the operational capabilities of the New York City Civilian Complaint Review Board (CCRB) by granting it access to sealed and certain confidential records. This access is intended to support the CCRB in its oversight and investigative functions related to complaints against law enforcement personnel.

Key Provisions

  • Access to Sealed Records: The bill allows the CCRB to access records that are typically sealed, which may include prior complaints, disciplinary actions, and other relevant documents that are not publicly available.
  • Access to Confidential Records: In addition to sealed records, the bill also permits access to specific confidential records that are necessary for the CCRB to perform its duties effectively.
  • Scope of Access: The bill outlines the types of records the CCRB may access, ensuring that the board can gather comprehensive information to inform its investigations and findings.

Impact

  • On the CCRB: This bill is expected to significantly enhance the CCRB's ability to conduct thorough investigations into complaints against police officers, thereby improving accountability and transparency within law enforcement.
  • On Law Enforcement: The bill may lead to increased scrutiny of police conduct, as the CCRB will have more information at its disposal to evaluate complaints and recommend appropriate actions.
  • On the Public: By facilitating greater oversight of police activities, the bill aims to bolster public trust in law enforcement agencies and the complaint review process.

Legislative Timeline

  • February 14, 2025: Bill introduced and referred to the Cities committee.
  • June 12, 2025: The committee was discharged and the bill was committed to rules, ordered to a third reading.
  • June 13, 2025: The bill passed the Senate and was delivered to the Assembly, where it was referred to the Cities committee.

Related Bills

  • A 8062: A related bill from a prior session.
  • S 6267: Another related bill from a prior session.
  • A 292: A companion bill that may address similar issues.

This summary provides an overview of Bill S 4966, highlighting its purpose, key provisions, potential impacts, and legislative progress. The bill represents a significant step towards enhancing the oversight capabilities of the CCRB in New York City.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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