New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
S 6656: Allows for electronic court appearance in any county of the state, except an appearance at a hearing or trial
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 6656 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on March 19, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Allows for electronic court appearance in any county of the state, except an appearance at a hearing or trial. Primary sponsor: Joe Griffo (Republican/Conservative). Most recent recorded action (January 7, 2026): REFERRED TO CODES.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Provides for electronic court appearance in a criminal action, anywhere in the state, at the discretion of the court having jurisdiction of the defendant; provides that the defendant must, after consultation with counsel, consent on the record; provides that the chief administrator of the courts must first approve the use of such electronic appearance.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican/Conservative 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Griffo | Primary sponsor | Republican/Conservative | Senate | 53 |
“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 CODES
- REFERRED TO CODES