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S09357Introduced in the Senate

Establishes a fundamental right to counsel for all respondents facing eviction proceedings; mandates an automatic stay or adjournment on any housing court eviction proceedings if a tenant does not have an attorney.

Introduced

Introduced by Luis Sepulveda, District 32

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Establishes a fundamental right to counsel for all respondents facing eviction proceedings; mandates an automatic stay or adjournment on any housing court eviction proceedings if a tenant does not have an attorney.

Where it stands

RECOMMIT, ENACTING CLAUSE STRICKEN

April 23, 2026

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Bill history

  1. REFERRED TO JUDICIARY

  2. RECOMMIT, ENACTING CLAUSE STRICKEN

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