Enacts the "civil justice protection act (CJPA)"; requires that no person shall waive a series of rights and procedures when purchasing goods and services.

The Civil Justice Protection Act (CJPA) is a proposed New York State law that aims to prevent businesses from requiring customers to waive certain legal rights when purchasing goods or services. Specifically, it would make unenforceable any contract provisions that:

- Limit a person's right to file a lawsuit or join a class action.
- Restrict the ability to obtain necessary information during legal proceedings.
- Shorten the time frame within which a lawsuit can be filed.
- Limit the types of damages or penalties a person can seek in a lawsuit.

The bill also proposes civil penalties for businesses that violate these provisions. Introduced by Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz on June 9, 2025, the bill was referred to the Consumer Affairs and Protection Committee on January 7, 2026. ([legiscan.com](https://legiscan.com/NY/bill/A08857/2025?utm_source=openai))

NY A08857 is a house bill in the New York 2025-2026 General Assembly, sponsored by Jeffrey Dinowitz (D), currently “Introduced” since June 9, 2025.

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While there is no direct media coverage of the CJPA, similar legislative efforts in New York, such as the CREEP Act, have received support from advocates and lawmakers. The CREEP Act, which aims to enhance protections against stalking and harassment, has been highlighted in media outlets like CBS New York. ([cbsnews.com](https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/creep-act-new-york-stalking-legislation/?utm_source=openai)) This suggests that the CJPA may also garner positive attention for its consumer protection objectives.

There is no specific media coverage criticizing the CJPA. However, similar legislative efforts, such as the CREEP Act, have faced challenges in passing through the legislative process. For instance, the CREEP Act has been reported as "appears close to passing," indicating potential hurdles in its enactment. ([cbsnews.com](https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/creep-act-new-york-stalking-legislation/?utm_source=openai)) This pattern suggests that the CJPA may encounter similar challenges in gaining legislative approval.