New York Legislative Service (NYLS)
The New York Legislative Service (NYLS), now affiliated with the New York Law Institute (NYLI), is a premier source for customized, on-demand New York State and New York City legislative research.
For decades, attorneys, law firms, government agencies, and legal researchers have relied on NYLS to uncover legislative intent, trace the development of laws and regulations, and compile authoritative legislative histories. Our experienced researchers provide in-depth analysis and documentation to support litigation, legal research, compliance, and policy work.
Legislative Histories and Research Services
NYLS offers comprehensive research and legislative history services for:
- New York State chapter laws
- Recodifications
- Budget bills
- New York State Constitution
- New York City Rules and Regulations (RCNY)
- Local laws
- New York City Charter amendments
- New York City Administrative Code amendments
Our researchers can locate and assemble critical supporting materials, including:
- Bill jackets and legislative histories
- Committee reports and hearing materials
- Agency and executive memoranda
- Memoranda from interested organizations and stakeholders
- Legislative transcripts
- Relevant case law
- Law review articles
- Historical commentary and analysis
Each project is customized to the specific needs of the client and delivered with the thoroughness and attention to detail for which NYLS has long been known.
Legislative Tracking and Current Awareness
NYLS also provides legislative monitoring and tracking services to help clients stay informed about developments affecting their practice areas and interests.
Services include:
- Bill tracking and monitoring
- Email alerts regarding legislative activity
- Notification of newly signed legislation
- Veto tracking and updates
- Monitoring of executive orders and regulatory developments
We maintain extensive collections of New York State and New York City laws, regulations, and executive orders to support both historical and current research needs.
A New Partnership with NYLI
The New York Law Institute (NYLI) and the New York Legislative Service (NYLS) have formed a strategic alliance designed to strengthen access to legislative and legal research resources.
This partnership combines NYLS’s renowned legislative history and tracking services with NYLI’s extensive legal research infrastructure, including its robust eBook collections, interlibrary loan network, and expert reference support.
As part of this collaboration, NYLI is pleased to welcome Peter Fong, Head of Legislative Research. With more than 25 years of experience at NYLS, Peter brings exceptional expertise in New York State and New York City legislation, regulations, and legislative history research.
Together, NYLI and NYLS are committed to providing uninterrupted service while expanding resources, support, and educational opportunities for the legal community.
Request Legislative Research
Whether you need a legislative history, bill tracking, legislative intent research, or assistance locating historical legislative materials, our team can help.
For pricing and service inquiries, please contact: