Bill > A06134

This bill establishes a new fourteenth judicial district in New York State, which will consist of the counties of Putnam, Dutchess, Orange, and Rockland, while simultaneously modifying the existing ninth judicial district to now include only Westchester County. The bill amends the Judiciary Law to reflect these changes, specifying that the second judicial department will now include the ninth, tenth, eleventh, thirteenth, and fourteenth judicial districts. The legislation also adjusts the number of Supreme Court justices, reducing the ninth district from thirty-four to eighteen justices and adding eleven justices to the new fourteenth district. Additionally, the bill ensures that existing Supreme Court justices currently serving in the affected counties will continue in their roles, either in the ninth or fourteenth judicial districts, depending on their county of employment. The changes will take effect on January 1, 2026, and are designed to reorganize the judicial districts to potentially improve court administration and efficiency in these counties. The bill includes a severability clause, meaning that if any part of the legislation is found unconstitutional, the remaining provisions will remain in effect.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A6134