New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
S 8625: Sets the level of deference given by the appellate division to the jury's fact finding
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 8625 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on December 19, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Sets the level of deference given by the appellate division to the jury's fact finding. Primary sponsor: Zellnor Myrie (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 7, 2026): REFERRED TO JUDICIARY.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Requires the appellate division gives the highest degree of deference to the jury's fact finding, including its assessment of damages.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zellnor Myrie | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
“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 JUDICIARY
- REFERRED TO RULES