S6128
An act to amend the Civil Practice Law and Rules — 2025-06-05 · Calendar #992
The Senate passed legislation amending the Civil Practice Law and Rules on a 42-18 vote, despite concerns raised by Sen. Rhoads about potential attorney-client privilege violations. Sponsored by Sen. Hoylman-Sigal, Senate Print 6128 (Calendar 992) drew criticism for vague wording in subsection B that could intrude on attorney work product materials used to prepare witnesses for trial. Sen. Rhoads urged colleagues to vote against the measure and called on the bill's sponsor to revisit the language before any future consideration. Eighteen senators, including Rhoads, voted in opposition. The bill takes effect immediately.
PASSED
Ayes: 42
· Nays: 18
Debate Summary
Sen. Rhoads expressed concerns that the vague wording of the bill, particularly subsection B, could present a dangerous intrusion into attorney work product materials and potentially violate attorney-client privilege. He urged the sponsor to revisit and address these concerns before the bill is presented again, and encouraged colleagues to vote against the measure.
Recorded Votes
Recorded votes are predominantly dissenting (nay) votes captured from roll call records.
| Senator | Vote | Party |
|---|---|---|
| Borrello | nay | Republican |
| Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick | nay | Republican |
| Chan | nay | Republican |
| Gallivan | nay | Republican |
| Griffo | nay | Republican |
| Helming | nay | Republican |
| Lanza | nay | Republican |
| Martins | nay | Republican |
| Mattera | nay | Republican |
| O'Mara | nay | Republican |
| Ortt | nay | Republican |
| Rhoads | nay | Republican |
| Rolison | nay | Republican |
| Stec | nay | Republican |
| Tedisco | nay | Republican |
| Walczyk | nay | Republican |
| Weber | nay | Republican |
| Weik | nay | Republican |