New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
S 5819: Clarifies the definition of "tenant" and makes provisions relating to recovery proceedings
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 5819 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on March 3, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Clarifies the definition of "tenant" and makes provisions relating to recovery proceedings. Primary sponsor: Luis Sepúlveda (Democratic). It lists 2 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.
Extends the time period for tenancy rights from 30 days to 90 days of possession; requires the adjudication of certain recovery proceedings to occur within 30 days of the filing of the petition.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican/Conservative 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luis Sepúlveda | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick | Co-sponsor | Republican/Conservative | Senate | 9 |
| Steve Rhoads | Co-sponsor | Republican/Conservative | Senate | 5 |
“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