New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
S 9845: Keeps professional sports franchises in their home communities
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 9845 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on April 8, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Keeps professional sports franchises in their home communities. Primary sponsor: James Skoufis (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 8, 2026): REFERRED TO CULTURAL AFFAIRS, TOURISM, PARKS AND RECREATION.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Keeps professional sports franchises in their home communities by requiring franchise owners offer the franchise for sale prior to relocating or eliminating the franchise.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Skoufis | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 42 |
“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 CULTURAL AFFAIRS, TOURISM, PARKS AND RECREATION