S09798Introduced in the Senate
Provides that possession of a condom or other reproductive or sexual health device may not be received in evidence in any trial, hearing or proceeding as evidence of conduct which would constitute an offense defined in article 230 of the penal law.
Introduced by Luis Sepulveda, District 32
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Provides that possession of a condom or other reproductive or sexual health device may not be received in evidence in any trial, hearing or proceeding as evidence of conduct which would constitute an offense defined in article 230 of the penal law.
Where it stands
REPORTED AND COMMITTED TO CODES
May 5, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Senate Judiciary Committee Vote · May 5, 2026
15
Yes
4
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
19 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
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| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Anthony Palumbo | 1 | Yes |
| Steven Rhoads | 5 | No |
| Jack Martins | 7 | No |
| Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick | 9 | No |
| Toby Stavisky | 11 | Yes |
| Jessica Ramos | 13 | Yes |
| John Liu | 16 | Yes |
| Zellnor Myrie | 20 | Yes |
| Kevin Parker | 21 | Yes |
| Andrew Lanza | 24 | Yes |
Bill history
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REPORTED AND COMMITTED TO CODES
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