Civil RTC News

This page lists all of the most recent developments on civil right to counsel across the country. These could be newly created rights to counsel, significant publications, public events, advocacy efforts, or other things that don’t fit into a neat category.

January 8, 2026

An Indiana bill that would’ve created floor preemption dies

HB 1416 would have preempted many areas of local legislation, including in the landlord/tenant context.

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January 7, 2026

A06398

Would create state agency to provide discretionary appointment of counsel for civil cases

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January 7, 2026

S01650

Would provide a right to counsel for unaccompanied minors in immigration proceedings.

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January 7, 2026

S03991

Would create state agency to provide discretionary appointment of counsel for civil cases

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January 7, 2026

S04556

Creates right to counsel for veterans at 400% of federal poverty level for cases involving real property, sustenance, and children.

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January 7, 2026

A07174

Requires appointment of counsel for sex offenders challenging requirement to wear GPS device.

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January 7, 2026

S01647

Would provide a right to counsel in relation to proceedings involving loss of access to firearms.

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January 7, 2026

S06447

Would provide right to counsel for certain covered businesses in bankruptcy proceedings.

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January 7, 2026

A04669

Creates a right to full representation for 'eligible individuals' in covered matters, which include eviction and similar proceedings.

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January 7, 2026

S06772

Would create NY Office of Civil Representation to oversee right to counsel for those facing a loss of housing

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January 7, 2026

A02472

Would provide a right to counsel in relation to proceedings involving loss of access to firearms.

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January 7, 2026

Various immigration-related bills die

New York State introduced at least seven immigration-related bills during the 2026 session.

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