States / New York / A 10702

A 10702 In Committee

Enacts the "New York state right to counsel act"

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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.

Chamber
House
Introduced
Mar 20, 2026
Last action
Mar 20, 2026 — REFERRED TO JUDICIARY
Session
2025-2026
Momentum
28 · Low