S2489Introduced in the Senate
Amends the definition of "domestic violence" to include the coercive control of another resulting in a pattern of behavior that in purpose or effect unreasonably interferes with another person's free will or personal liberty.
Introduced by Walter Felag, District 10
What does this bill do?
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Official description
DOMESTIC RELATIONS -- DOMESTIC ABUSE PREVENTION - Amends the definition of "domestic violence" to include the coercive control of another resulting in a pattern of behavior that in purpose or effect unreasonably interferes with another person's free will or personal liberty.
Where it stands
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
March 12, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Senate Committee on Judiciary: Be held for further study · March 12, 2026
8
Yes
0
No
3
Absent or Not Voting
11 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jacob Bissaillon | 1 | Yes |
| Ana Quezada | 2 | Yes |
| John Burke | 9 | Yes |
| Dawn Euer | 13 | Absent |
| Thomas Paolino | 17 | Absent |
| Jessica de la Cruz | 23 | Yes |
| Andrew Dimitri | 25 | Yes |
| Todd Patalano | 26 | Absent |
| Mark McKenney | 30 | Yes |
| Matthew LaMountain | 31 | Yes |
Bill history
Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/12/2026)
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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