Requires the office for the prevention of domestic violence provide informational materials on removing an abuser's access to a smart home and the use of other technology for harassment.
Impact
The passage of A05455 would have significant implications for state laws regarding domestic violence and the responsibilities of the Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence. It would require the office to engage with both local and state service entities to ensure comprehensive availability of these informational resources. This initiative could lead to improved victim support and a greater awareness of technology-facilitated abuse. Local shelters, police departments, and childcare facilities would be empowered with resources to directly distribute to individuals affected by domestic violence, facilitating a proactive approach in combating harassment related to smart technologies.
Summary
Bill A05455 mandates that the Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence in New York provide educational materials aimed at assisting victims of domestic violence who may be experiencing harassment through smart home systems. This legislation recognizes the growing concern about how technology can be exploited to facilitate abuse, acknowledging that victims often face challenges in securing their homes from technological threats. The bill requires the creation of easy-to-understand materials that not only inform victims about specific devices and tactics used for harassment but also provide actionable steps for enhancing their safety and removing abusers' access to such systems.
Contention
While the bill seeks to enhance safety for victims of domestic violence, there may be potential contention regarding funding and resource allocation. Discussions about the effectiveness of such materials in truly changing the lived experiences of victims might arise, especially if resources are not adequately distributed or if there are gaps in reaching all necessary communities. Opponent voices may highlight concerns about the implementation processes and ensure that the dissemination of information is equitable and thorough across various demographics, particularly those in underserved communities.
Same As
Requires the office for the prevention of domestic violence provide informational materials on removing an abuser's access to a smart home and the use of other technology for harassment.
Requires the office for the prevention of domestic violence to distribute informational materials on recognizing economic abuse and the support available to victims.
Requires the office for the prevention of domestic violence to distribute informational materials on recognizing economic abuse and the support available to victims.
Requires the office for the prevention of domestic violence to conduct a study on domestic violence in the transgender community with a focus on Black transgender women.
Requires the office for the prevention of domestic violence to conduct a study on domestic violence in the transgender community with a focus on Black transgender women.
Renames the NYS office for the prevention of domestic violence to the NYS office to end domestic and gender-based violence; makes necessary technical changes.
Requires the New York state office for the prevention of domestic violence to establish trauma-informed standards for domestic violence abuse intervention programs; establishes requirements for such standards.
Relates to domestic violence training for health and mental health professionals; requires such trainings to be updated annually by the office for the prevention of domestic violence; requires the office to collect data on participation of such trainings by health professionals.
Creates the "Jamie Rose care provider act" which requires care providers to provide information in cases of suspected domestic violence; provides a suspected domestic violence victim may refuse domestic violence support information at any time.
Requires medical assistance be provided to victims of domestic violence to care for and treat any scarring resulting from the domestic violence incident.
Requires law enforcement officers to conduct a lethality assessment as part of the standardized domestic incident report form when responding to incidents of domestic violence.