S410

The Senate passed legislation amending the Civil Practice Law and Rules on a 42-17 vote. Senate Print 410, sponsored by Sen. Gounardes, received support from a Democratic-led majority. Seventeen senators, primarily Republicans, voted against the measure. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage. The legislation proceeded to a roll call vote without recorded floor debate in this session.

The Senate passed Senate Print 410, sponsored by Senator Thomas, which amends the General Business Law. The bill received 39 votes in favor and 20 in opposition. The measure takes effect immediately. Twenty senators voted against the bill, including Senators Ashby, Borrello, Gallivan, Griffo, Helming, Lanza, Martins, Mattera, Murray, Oberacker, O'Mara, Ortt, Palumbo, Rhoads, Rolison, Stec, Tedisco, Walczyk, Weber, and Weik.