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Kyra's Law Moves Closer to Reality | Albany News
A tragic child’s death sparked a movement that’s now pushing New York’s legislature to pass “Kyra’s Law,” a sweeping custody reform bill designed to prioritize child safety above all else. Named after two-year-old Kyra Franchetti, whose murder during a court-ordered visit ignited national outcry, the law mandates judges to rigorously evaluate domestic violence, abuse, and other risks before issuing custody rulings — and document their reasoning. With bipartisan support already secured, the bill now awaits Governor Hochul’s signature, as a recent multi-homicide in Mechanicville — where four…
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