New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
S 126: Relates to legal representation in certain mortgage foreclosure actions
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 126 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on January 8, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relates to legal representation in certain mortgage foreclosure actions. Primary sponsor: Leroy Comrie (Democratic). It lists 3 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 7, 2026): REFERRED TO HOUSING, CONSTRUCTION AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Provides for free legal representation in certain mortgage foreclosure actions where the homeowner is financially unable to obtain counsel; requires notice of such availability.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2 · Democratic/Working Families 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leroy Comrie | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 14 |
| Jabari Brisport | Co-sponsor | Democratic/Working Families | Senate | 25 |
| Cordell Cleare | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 30 |
| Michael Gianaris | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- REFERRED TO HOUSING, CONSTRUCTION AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
- REFERRED TO HOUSING, CONSTRUCTION AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT