Establishing a New York city guardianship reform commission.
Introduced
Moved
Reached a final decision
Introduced Jan 29, 2026
Derived from the official record below.
Officially: “A Local Law in relation to establishing a New York city guardianship reform commission” Read the full text
General Welfare
What it does
This bill would require the establishment of a commission to study and make recommendations regarding guardianship arrangements provided under Article 81 of the New York State Mental Hygiene Law, also known as Article 81 guardianship. The commission’s goals would be to identify challenges, share best practices, and develop expert recommendations on ways to improve the provision and receipt of Article 81 guardianship services in New York City. The commission would be required to submit two reports: the first report no later than one year after the appointment of all commission members, and the second report no later than two years after submission of the first report.
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Where it is
Introduced by Council · Jan 29, 2026
Referred to Comm by Council · Jan 29, 2026
Who decides next
This bill sits with the General Welfare committee. These members decide whether it ever reaches a vote; 99% of bills a committee approves become law.
Official documents
Summary of Int. No. 318
officialInt. No. 318
officialJanuary 29, 2026 - Stated Meeting Agenda
officialHearing Transcript - Stated Meeting 1-29-26
officialStraight from the Council record: fiscal impact statements, committee reports, and hearing transcripts as filed.
The numbers
17
sponsors on the bill
Sponsors
Frank MoranoJoann AriolaTy HankersonFarah N. LouisChris BanksShahana K. HanifSelvena N. Brooks-PowersPhil WongJames F. GennaroMercedes NarcisseVirginia MaloneyLynn C. SchulmanYusef SalaamAlthea V. StevensShirley AldebolVickie PaladinoInna Vernikov
Every fact on this page links to its source, starting with the official bill record. Last action: Referred to Comm by Council (Jan 29, 2026).