Bill > S08294

This bill amends the Civil Practice Law and Rules (CPLR), specifically Rule 2219(a), to require judges to provide more detailed written explanations when determining motions. Currently, judges have discretion in how much detail they include when writing orders, but this bill removes the phrase "as the judge deems proper" and replaces it with a mandate for more comprehensive explanations. The bill applies to all types of motions, whether they relate to provisional remedies (which have a 20-day deadline for decision) or other types of motions (which have a 60-day deadline for decision). The changes aim to increase transparency and provide clearer reasoning for judicial decisions, ensuring that parties to a legal proceeding can better understand the rationale behind a judge's ruling. The amendment requires that orders must continue to be in writing, signed by the judge, state the court, include the place and date of signature, list the papers used in the motion, and now provide a more detailed determination. The bill takes effect immediately upon becoming law.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S8294