A04703Introduced in the Assembly
Clarifies that in child protective proceedings and permanency hearings for children placed out of their homes, the social worker-client privilege shall not be a ground for excluding evidence in a hearing to secure an order of protection.
Introduced by Joe Sempolinski, District 148
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Clarifies that in child protective proceedings and permanency hearings for children placed out of their homes, the social worker-client privilege shall not be a ground for excluding evidence in a hearing to secure an order of protection.
Where it stands
referred to judiciary
January 7, 2026
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referred to judiciary
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