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A 2483

Relates to requiring the inclusion of suicide prevention resources be provided with a warrant of eviction

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jeffrey Dinowitz and 3 co-sponsors

Requires eviction warrants to include suicide prevention resources, connecting tenants facing eviction with mental health support.

REFERRED TO JUDICIARY
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Bill Summary · A 2483

Summary: Assembly Bill A 2483

Relates to requiring the inclusion of suicide prevention resources be provided with a warrant of eviction

Overview

A 2483 is a New York State Assembly bill introduced on January 17, 2025. The bill would require eviction warrants issued in eviction proceedings to include information about suicide prevention resources. It is currently referred to the Assembly Judiciary Committee.

Purpose and Intent

  • To connect tenants facing eviction with suicide prevention and mental health resources by ensuring those resources are readily available as part of the eviction process.
  • The measure reflects a housing stability and public health approach, aiming to reduce crisis situations among tenants during eviction proceedings.

Key Provisions (as described)

  • Eviction warrants would be required to include suicide prevention resources.
  • The bill’s text would specify how the resources are to be provided, who is responsible for providing them (e.g., the court, landlord, or another entity), and the format or location of the information (e.g., printed materials attached to the warrant or accompanying notices).
  • Additional procedural details, such as timing (when the information must be provided) and any related duties for entities involved in eviction proceedings, would be laid out in the enrolled bill.

Note: The available material does not include the exact language of the provision, so the above describes the general intent and mechanism as stated in summaries.

Affected Parties and Impact

  • Tenants facing eviction: recipients of eviction warrants who would receive suicide prevention resources.
  • Landlords and property owners: parties involved in eviction processes who would be subject to the requirement.
  • Courts, clerks, and eviction-related agencies: potential custodians of the dissemination mechanism for resources.
  • Mental health and suicide prevention organizations: providers of resources that may be listed or referenced in the eviction materials.

Legislative Status and Timeline

  • Introduced: January 17, 2025.
  • Current Status: Referred to the Assembly Judiciary Committee (single and repeated references noted in the legislative actions).
  • Sponsors:
    • Primary sponsor: Jeffrey Dinowitz
    • Cosponsors: Jo Anne Simon, Yudelka Tapia, Steven Raga

Related Legislation

  • Related/companion bills include S 3971 (companion), and related prior-session A 1806, A 10127, and A 2205. These references indicate ongoing or previously considered efforts in the same policy space.

Potential Implications

  • Public health: increased access to crisis resources for tenants at risk of distress during eviction.
  • Legal process: introduces a new obligation in eviction procedures; may require training or workflow adjustments for courts and landlords.
  • Administrative clarity: effectiveness relies on clear implementation guidelines in the final bill (who provides resources, how they're distributed, and what constitutes an adequate resource).

Next Steps

  • The Judiciary Committee would typically review, potentially amend, and vote on the measure before moving it to the floor for full Assembly consideration.
  • Stakeholders may seek clarifications on resource types, dissemination methods, and compliance timelines.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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