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 7, 2026

S06447

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

January 7, 2026

A04669

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

January 7, 2026

S06772

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

January 7, 2026

A02472

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

January 7, 2026

Various immigration-related bills die

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

January 7, 2026

A08188

Local gov't entities can't contract w/airlines transporting individuals detained by ICE w/o demonstrating that due process rights were afforded

January 7, 2026

S07960

Local gov't entities can't contract w/airlines transporting individuals detained by ICE w/o demonstrating that due process rights were afforded

January 7, 2026

A09090

Requires parental notification when minor seeks abortion but establishes bypass proceeding for which minors have a right to counsel

January 7, 2026

A00270

Providing right to counsel to income eligible individuals in immigration court removal proceedings.

January 7, 2026

A00343

Provides a right to legal services for small 'covered businesses' in certain bankruptcy cases filed before March 27, 2026.

January 7, 2026

S01066

Providing right to counsel to persons "unable to afford counsel" against whom a removal proceeding may be or has been commenced

January 7, 2026

A00545

The court may appoint atty for some unrepresented defendants in matters related to animal caretaking costs where the animal was confiscated

The NCCRC works to advance the right to counsel for low-income people in civil cases involving basic human needs, such as housing, health, domestic violence, civil incarceration, and child custody.

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