As New York enters the 2025 legislative session, hundreds of bills are making their way through the Capitol, aiming to reshape policies and impact the daily lives of residents. With intense debates and fierce lobbying, these bills undergo a rigorous process before landing on the governor’s desk — either becoming law or being vetoed. In this tracker, we highlight key legislation that has gained significant attention or is expected to spark debate this session.
2025 New York Bill Tracker: Tracking Legislation Progress
The 2025 New York Bill Tracker, brought to you by Capitol Confidential, is your comprehensive guide to understanding the legislative process and tracking the status of bills that matter most. From health and environment to immigration and privacy, this tracker covers the most relevant bills under consideration by lawmakers.
With color-coded progress indicators — yellow for bills in progress, green for completed or passed bills, red for failed bills, and gray for merged bills — this tracker offers an easy-to-follow overview of each bill’s journey.
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Highlighted Bills to Watch:
A00136 – Physician-Assisted Death
This bill proposes the legalization of physician-assisted death for terminally ill patients, allowing them the option to end their life with prescribed medication.
- Primary Sponsor: Amy Paulin (D)
- Status: In committee (Assembly)
00187 – Restrictions on PFAS Manufacturing
Aiming to protect public health, this bill would restrict the sale of products containing toxic “forever chemicals” like PFAS.
- Primary Sponsor: Brad Hoylman-Sigal (D)
- Status: In committee (Senate)
S00347 – Even-Year Elections
This bill proposes an amendment to the state constitution, aligning all local elections with even years.
- Primary Sponsor: James Skoufis (D)
- Status: In committee (Senate)
S00927 – Social Media Protections for Minors
Targeting the growing concern of online safety, this bill mandates social media companies to verify users’ ages and restrict access for minors during nighttime hours.
- Primary Sponsor: Jack Martins (R)
- Status: In committee (Senate)
S01097 – New York for All Act
This bill seeks to ensure that state agencies and police do not inquire about an individual’s immigration status, bolstering protections for undocumented New Yorkers.
- Primary Sponsor: Jessica Ramos (D)
- Status: In committee (Senate)
All Bills We’re Tracking
The tracker also includes a comprehensive list of all bills that have made it to key committees in the New York State Legislature. From transportation and taxes to environmental regulations, this section provides access to detailed information about every bill under consideration. Bills are updated daily, ensuring you never miss a development.
How the Tracker Works
This tracker includes bills that have entered crucial committees in both the Assembly and Senate, offering an insightful look at the legislative process. Data is provided by Legiscan, a real-time legislative tracking service, while GPT-4o mini — a cutting-edge AI model from OpenAI — categorizes each bill to ensure clarity and accuracy. As always, Capitol Confidential keeps you informed with the latest updates and behind-the-scenes analysis.
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