Howard Nash's 15-Year Fight to Reunite with Son
How Karilyn’s Law Can Help
March 12, 2025
On this episode of Finding Common Ground with Heather and Steve, we sit down with Howard Nash—a filmmaker, actor, and father who has spent over 15 years fighting to reconnect with his son. With his industry connections and resources, you’d think he could overcome any legal challenge But when his son with profound autism turned 18, a legal loophole allowed his ex-wife to block him from any contact without justification.
Howard has poured time, money, and relentless determination into this battle, yet the system continues to fail him. Instead of giving up, he is not focused on pushing for legislative change that will help many family members protect connect with loved ones who have documented disabilities or age-related decline.
Karilyn’s Law (NYS Senate Bill 2649, Sponsored by Senator Anthony Palumbo) is a critical bill designed to close this loophole and protect families from unjust separation.
How is this happening to parents, siblings, and elderly relatives across the country? Why does the burden of proof fall on loving family members instead of those keeping them apart? And most importantly - what can be done to fix it?
This episode is raw, emotional, and urgent. Press play to learn about Howard’s fight, the lessons he’s learned, and how taking action is vitally important in situations like this.
If this resonates with you, here’s how you can help: Mention Karilyn’s Law (S.2649) to your local legislators. If you have a different matter you want to explore, the links below help you locate you legislators, as well as legislation that has been introduced in the Senate and Assembly. Keep in mind that even if there is no bill written about your need right now, the legislative director at the different offices may be able to draft one!
🔹 FIND MY NY ASSEMBLY MEMBER: ttps://nyassembly.gov/mem/search/ + ASSEMBLY BILL FINDER: https://nyassembly.gov/leg/
🔹 FIND MY NY SENATOR: https://www.nysenate.gov/find-my-senator + SENATE BILL FINDER: https://www.nysenate.gov/search/legis...
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