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NY S00338
Bill
Status
1/8/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jamaal Bailey
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AI Summary
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Requires New York City Civil Court to provide court orders and stipulations to parties in their 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 the person drafting translated court documents must submit both English and native language versions to the court with a sworn certification that the translation accurately reflects the English document
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Requires all parties to demonstrate to the court's satisfaction that they comprehend 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
ADVANCED TO THIRD READING
2/9/2026