Bill > A04393

This bill amends the Family Court Act and the New York City Civil Court Act to increase the number of judges in Richmond County (Staten Island). Specifically, the bill adds three additional family court judges to Richmond County, ensuring that at least three family court judges will reside in that county. Similarly, the bill adds three additional judges to the civil court of Richmond County, bringing the total number of additional civil court judges elected from Richmond County to three. These new judges will be elected countywide in the November 4, 2025 election, with their terms beginning on January 1, 2026. The bill is part of an effort to expand judicial resources in Richmond County, helping to potentially reduce court backlogs and improve access to justice by increasing the number of judges available to hear cases in this jurisdiction.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A4393