New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
S 9357: Enacts the "New York state right to counsel act"
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 9357 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on March 4, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Enacts the "New York state right to counsel act". Primary sponsor: Luis Sepúlveda (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 23, 2026): RECOMMIT, ENACTING CLAUSE STRICKEN.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Establishes a fundamental right to counsel for all respondents facing eviction proceedings; mandates an automatic stay or adjournment on any housing court eviction proceedings if a tenant does not have an attorney.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luis Sepúlveda | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- RECOMMIT, ENACTING CLAUSE STRICKEN
- REFERRED TO JUDICIARY