New YorkA 77932025-2026 Regular SessionHouseWALLET

Extends the effectiveness of article 19-b of the real property actions and proceedings law providing for special proceedings to convey title to abandoned commercial and industrial real property

Sponsored By: John T. McDonald III (Democratic)

Became Law

JUDICIARYHOUSING, CONSTRUCTION AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.

More time for cities and towns to take abandoned sites

The law extends a special court process that lets cities, towns, and villages take title to abandoned commercial or industrial property. It takes effect immediately. This authority remains in place through June 30, 2028. The provisions are repealed on that date.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

John T. McDonald III
Democratic • House

Cosponsors

Albert A. Stirpe
House

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 58 • No: 0

House vote • 6/10/2025

FLOOR Vote