On March 2, 2010, the Senate Children and Families Committee passed S1523 (Duane) that would enable any two individuals to adopt children. NYCF opposes this bill on many different levels.

NYCF believes this bill only further dilutes the meaning of the word "family" by downplaying the importance of the marital relationship as the best model in which to rear children. Additionally, by allowing two same-sex partners to adopt children, New York State will be creating "family" structures that intentionally deny children either a mother or a father figure. The bill has advanced to 3rd Reading, which means the Senate could vote on the bill anytime.

To contact your state senator about this (or any other) issue, please call the Senate switchboard at (518) 455-2800 or contact them through NYCF's Legislative Action Center.