Barrett’s Cyberbullying Bill Passes both Houses

Barrett’s Cyberbullying Bill Passes both Houses

 

 Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D- Columbia/Dutchess Counties) has announced that the bill she introduced to establish a task force to explore the effects of cyber-bullying in New York State and create a roadmap for solutions has passed in the New York Assembly. The companion bill, sponsored by Senator Todd Kaminsky, passed in the Senate this week, and now awaits final approval by the Governor.

 

“The scourge of cyberbullying knows no geographic, ethnic, racial, religious, social or political boundaries and its devastating impact on young people has only increased, particularly during the pandemic as everyone spent more time online,” said Assemblymember Didi Barrett. “I’m proud to partner with Senator Todd Kaminsky to move this important task force bill forward and urge the Governor to sign it as soon as possible.”

 

“Cyberbullying is a serious issue across our State — and we need a plan to stop it,” said Senator Kaminsky. “My bill will not only create a task force to study this menace to our teens, but will also help foster solutions to help end this crisis, which has plagued far too many individuals of all ages across Long Island and the State as a whole.”

 

The nine-member task force will consist of experts in child psychology, technology, mental health, law enforcement and social services. It will be charged with providing a report to state policymakers by July 1, 2023

Author: Harlem Valley News