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S05998

01/07/2026 , New York , Legislation , Custody Disputes - Children

S05998: Requires court to appoint counsel for child in custody dispute “when facially credible allegations of substantial risk to the child’s safety have been made.”

Bill Status: Active

Last action (on 01/07/2026): REFERRED TO JUDICIARY

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