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This bill directs the chief administrator of the courts to develop a comprehensive plan to address court calendar congestion that is expected to occur when the eviction moratorium expires. Specifically, the bill requires the administrator to submit a report by July 15, 2025, detailing strategies to manage the anticipated increase in summary proceedings (legal actions related to evictions) under the Real Property Actions and Proceedings Law. The plan must explore multiple approaches to handle the potential backlog, including identifying alternative spaces for court proceedings, extending court hours to include evenings, assigning additional judges or hearing officers to manage increased caseloads, and coordinating with the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) to provide emergency rent regulation program assistance for tenants and property owners. The goal is to create a proactive strategy to efficiently process pending and anticipated eviction cases while providing support to affected individuals and minimizing disruption to the court system.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S2592