New York · 2025-2026
S 8758
Replaces the term addict with the term person with substance use disorder
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Summary AI-generated
New York Bill S 8758 proposes to replace the term 'addict' with the term 'person with substance use disorder' in state law. This legislative change aims to update terminology used within the jurisdiction.
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Sponsors + 1 cosponsors
- Nathalia Fernández Democratic lead
- Joe Addabbo Democratic
Roll-call votes on this bill
| Question | Chamber | Result | Yea | Nay | Other | Date | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assembly Vote | lower | pass | 138 | 2 | 9 | Feb 5, 2026 | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| Floor Vote | upper | pass | 53 | 3 | 5 | Jan 21, 2026 | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| Rules Vote | upper | pass | 19 | 0 | 1 | Jan 20, 2026 | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |