Assembly bill · A11698 (2025-26)
Excludes certain social workers employed or supervised by lawyers from reporting cases of suspected child abuse or maltreatment
New York State Assembly
Sponsor: Andrew Hevesi (Assembly Member, District 28, Democratic)
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Summary
Excludes certain social workers employed or supervised by lawyers from reporting cases of suspected child abuse or maltreatment when the belief of suspected child abuse or maltreatment arises solely out of the course of representation or the seeking of representation.
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Amends the Social Services Law.
Where it stands
Assigned to a committee for review.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Up for a vote
- Passed one chamber
- Passed
- Enacted
Committee
Children and Families · New York State Assembly
Also referred to Children And Families · New York State Senate.
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Full history
- Sep 2, 2026
Referred to committee
REFERRED TO CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
NY Assembly
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