We pass many laws in the state Legislature during session; however, some enacted laws have delayed effective dates. Please see below for the new laws that take effect this month.

 

NEW LAWS TAKING EFFECT – OCTOBER 2025
Effective Date Chapter Summary
10/1/2025 Ch. 56 of 2025

Part CC

A3006-C/S3006-C

 Requires New York City to spend at least $328 million in local funds for child care block grants.
10/1/2025 Ch. 57 of 2025

Part M

A3007-C/S3007-C

 Requires general hospitals to report community benefit spending by July 1 of each calendar year.
10/1/2025 Ch. 57 of 2025

Part Q, § 1

A3007-C/S3007-C

 Expands coverage for infertility treatment as a result of surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, sickle cell treatment, or other medical treatment.
10/26/2025 Ch. 420 of 2025

S1373/SA4910

 Creates an option on dog registration applications for a

dog owner to donate to a local animal pound or shelter.