Bill
S 7468
Expands which agencies and entities can issue information subpoenas, broadening subpoena power and impacting individuals and organizations asked to produce data.
Overview
- Bill Number: S 7468
- Title: Relates to expanding the available jurisdiction for issuing information subpoenas
- Sponsor: Brad Hoylman-Sigal (primary)
- Status: COMMITTED TO RULES
- Introduced: April 17, 2025
- Committee/Action history: Referred to Judiciary on introduction; progressed through 1st and 2nd committee reports in late April 2025; amended as S7468A on May 1, 2025; advanced to third reading; subsequently COMMITTED TO RULES on June 13, 2025. Version S7468A exists as an amended version.
- Related legislation: S 6887 (prior-session)
What the bill aims to do (purpose and intent)
- The bill is described as expanding the jurisdiction under which information subpoenas can be issued. In practical terms, this typically means broadening which entities (e.g., courts, agencies, or other authorities) have authority to issue subpoenas for information, and/or expanding the contexts in which subpoenas may be used.
- The exact statutory changes (e.g., which agencies or jurisdictions are added, the types of information that can be compelled, and the processes for issuing or enforcing subpoenas) are not provided in the available summary or text excerpt.
Key provisions and potential changes (based on title and status)
- Expansion of authority: Likely broadens the geographic, institutional, or procedural scope for issuing information subpoenas within the relevant jurisdiction.
- Subpoena scope: Potentially adjusts what information can be subpoenaed and from whom (individuals, organizations, or entities); may modify preservation, retention, or confidentiality requirements.
- Enforcement and remedies: Could modify remedies for noncompliance, timelines for production, and penalties or sanctions for failure to comply.
- Procedural safeguards: Possible inclusion of notice, service, or due process requirements to protect rights of respondents.
- Privacy and data handling: May include or reference privacy protections or data handling standards associated with information subpoenas.
Who would be affected
- Government entities or agencies with subpoena power (depending on jurisdiction) that would gain broader authority to issue information subpoenas.
- Recipients of subpoenas, including individuals, businesses, nonprofits, or other organizations, who may be compelled to produce information.
- Legal practitioners and respondents who must navigate any new or expanded subpoena processes.
- Privacy, civil liberties, and compliance professionals who oversee or respond to information requests.
Procedural and timeline aspects
- Introduction and referral: Introduced April 17, 2025; referred to Judiciary.
- Legislative progression: 1st and 2nd committee reports in April 2025; amended into S7468A on May 1, 2025; advanced to third reading on May 1, 2025.
- Finalization status: As of June 13, 2025, the bill is committed to Rules (indicating a stage ahead of crossing to the floor for final passage or further consideration).
- Next steps: If moved from Rules, the bill would proceed to floor actions (debate, potential amendments, and voting) and would then need approval in the other house (if applicable) and final signature.
Notes
- The available materials do not include the full text of the bill, so the precise statutory changes, affected agencies, and operational details remain to be clarified in the enacted language.
- For a complete understanding, the official bill text (including S7468A amendments) and any fiscal impact statements should be consulted when available.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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