Bill > S08186

This bill establishes that when a foreign business organization (such as a corporation, limited liability company, partnership, or association) applies for authorization to do business in New York, it automatically consents to being sued in New York courts by specific types of plaintiffs, including state residents, domestic businesses, and other authorized foreign business entities. The bill amends multiple sections of New York state law to create a uniform rule across different types of business organizations. Specifically, the bill provides that filing an application for doing business in the state constitutes consent to jurisdiction, and if the organization later surrenders or withdraws its application, that withdrawal also constitutes a withdrawal of jurisdictional consent. This means that foreign businesses cannot simply avoid legal action by withdrawing their business authorization after a dispute arises. The provisions apply to foreign corporations, limited liability companies, partnerships, limited partnerships, and limited liability partnerships, ensuring a consistent approach to jurisdictional consent for out-of-state businesses operating in New York. The law is set to take effect on the first day of January following its passage.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S8186