New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
S 6975: Relates to prohibiting a court from denying class certification solely because the action involves governmental operations
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 6975 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on March 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relates to prohibiting a court from denying class certification solely because the action involves governmental operations. Primary sponsor: Kristen Gonzalez (Democratic/Working Families). Most recent recorded action (May 20, 2025): SUBSTITUTED BY A1550.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Prohibits a court from denying class certification for purposes of class action lawsuits solely because the action involves governmental operations.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic/Working Families 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kristen Gonzalez | Primary sponsor | Democratic/Working Families | Senate | 59 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- SUBSTITUTED BY A1550
- ADVANCED TO THIRD READING
- 2ND REPORT CAL.
- 1ST REPORT CAL.641
- REFERRED TO JUDICIARY