Bill > S09035

This bill amends Section 902 of the civil practice law and rules to prohibit courts from denying class certification for class action lawsuits simply because the case involves governmental operations. Class certification is a court order that allows a lawsuit to proceed as a class action, meaning one or more individuals can sue on behalf of a larger group of people with similar claims. Previously, courts considered various factors when deciding whether to certify a class, including the practicality of individual lawsuits and the manageability of a class action, but this bill adds a specific restriction, ensuring that the involvement of government entities alone cannot be a reason to refuse class certification.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S9035