usually cited in the form of "Chapter X of the Laws of YYYY" or "L. YYYY, c. X", where X is the chapter number and YYYY is the year.

The permanent laws of a general nature are codified in Consolidated Laws of New York using a system called "continuous consolidation" whereby each session law clearly identifies the law and section of the Consolidated Laws affected by its passage.

Laws of New York is published by the Legislative Bill Drafting Commission

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