A00707Introduced in the Assembly
Directs the division of criminal justice services to promulgate safety standards and training requirements for the protection of law enforcement staff against biological hazards posed by spitting of persons in custody.
Introduced by Sarah Clark, District 136
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Directs the division of criminal justice services to promulgate safety standards and training requirements for the protection of law enforcement staff against biological hazards posed by spitting of persons in custody.
Where it stands
amended on third reading 707a
January 12, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
AssemblyStage: Assembly Rules Committee: Favorable · May 29, 2025
18
Yes
9
No
4
Absent or Not Voting
31 assemblymembers recorded in this Assembly vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
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| Assemblymember | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Doug Smith | 5 | No |
| Charles Lavine | 13 | Absent |
| Edward Ra | 19 | No |
| Nily Rozic | 25 | Absent |
| Edward Braunstein | 26 | Yes |
| Andrew Hevesi | 28 | Yes |
| Alicia Hyndman | 29 | Yes |
| Vivian Cook | 32 | Yes |
| Clyde Vanel | 33 | Yes |
| Catalina Cruz | 39 | Yes |
Bill history
referred to codes
reported referred to rules
reported
rules report cal.284
ordered to third reading rules cal.284
ordered to third reading cal.28
amended on third reading 707a
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