NY: Legislative Roundup – New York’s Actions on Children and Youth Justice (Commentary)
Imprint – June 23, 2021
After a year of pandemic-prompted shutdowns and widespread protests against racism and police brutality, the New York Legislature closed its session this month with notable reforms to the child welfare, youth justice and child care systems. What follows is a roundup slideshow of key pieces of legislation that passed both Houses and await a decision by New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D). The list also includes significant pieces of legislation that came up short. The governor has until the end of the year to receive bills from the Legislature and decide whether to sign or veto them.
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