S9357 (2025-26 session)

NY State bill

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.

Title
Enacts the "New York state right to counsel act"
Type
New York State Senate bill
Session
2025-26 session
Status
Stricken
Latest action date
2026-04-23
Introduced
2026-03-04
Same as
A10702
Law section
Real Property Actions and Proceedings Law

Sponsors

Heard in committee

Same as

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