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NY A03239
Bill
Status
1/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jenifer Rajkumar
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AI Summary
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Requires New York City civil courts to provide court orders and documents containing stipulations in a party's native language if they are not fluent in English and their native language is one of the six most prevalent non-English languages spoken in New York City
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Mandates that whoever drafts the translated document must provide the court with copies in both English and the native language, along with a sworn certification that the translation is accurate
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Requires all parties to demonstrate to the court's satisfaction that they understand the nature and effect of each court order or stipulation
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Takes effect 180 days after becoming law
Legislative Description
Requires certain civil court documents to be provided to parties in their native language; requires parties to demonstrate their understanding of the nature and effect of such documents.
Last Action
referred to judiciary
1/7/2026