Excludes certain judgments, orders or decrees issued in a matrimonial action from a stay of enforcement without a court order
This bill modifies New York's civil procedure rules to prevent automatic stays on child support, spousal support, or maintenance orders from being enforced without a court order. It directly affects individuals involved in divorce or separation cases where support payments are ordered. The key change ensures that judgments, orders, or decrees related to these support types cannot be paused simply because a broader case is stayed - requiring a separate court approval instead. This applies to all ongoing or future matrimonial actions, with limited exceptions for cases already stayed before the law took effect. The bill focuses on ensuring support obligations remain enforceable unless a court specifically orders otherwise.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 27, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
Floor votes
How they voted
No floor votes recorded yet.
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
2
Key actions
0
Committee
2
Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO CODES
lower
Feb 27, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO CODES
lower
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
Sponsors
Ask Maddy
·
AI policy assistant
Ask Maddy about A 6212
Scope: NY
Hi! I can help you understand A 6212. What would you like to know?
Try one of these
i
Maddy answers using official bill text and legislative records. Always verify before sharing.
Sources cited inline