New York bills · 2025 Regular Session
New York A 10702
Enacts the "New York state right to counsel act"
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became law
Sponsors
- Michaelle C. Solages (Democratic)
Cosponsors (1)
- Landon C. Dais (Democratic)
Summary
Official abstract published by the New York legislature
Establishes a fundamental right to counsel for all respondents facing eviction proceedings; mandates an automatic stay or adjournment on any housing court eviction proceedings if a tenant does not have an attorney.
Text versions
Roll-call votes
No recorded votes on this bill.
Actions
- Mar 20, 2026 · House
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