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NY A07221

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/21/2025

Primary Sponsor

Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn

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Origin

Assembly

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Proposes a constitutional amendment to Article 6, Section 15 requiring Family Court judges in New York City to be elected by voters rather than appointed
  • Family Court judges would be chosen for 10-year terms by electors of the counties within New York City from districts established by law
  • Requires judges to be residents of New York City
  • As a constitutional amendment, must be passed by two successive legislatures and then approved by voters in a general election
  • Amendment must be published for 3 months prior to the election in conformity with Article 19 of the constitution

Legislative Description

Relates to the selection of judges to Family Court within the City of New York.

Last Action

opinion referred to judiciary

1/30/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary3/21/2025

Full Bill Text

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