The legal profession is ever changing, and law new refers to the practice of providing services in unique ways that help clients. This might mean reaching out to underserved communities, introducing technology and other tools that are not typically found in a traditional law firm setting or using different fee structures. It can also include working with startups or creating strategies that have not been a part of the practice in the past.

A bill is a proposed law that needs to go through several steps before it becomes a law. Learn about how a bill is created and what the process looks like in both the House of Representatives and the Senate.

This bill would require City agencies to notify employees and job applicants of the availability of student loan forgiveness programs, as well as other federal and state debt relief programs. It would also make changes to the requirements for data breach notification, and expand the definition of private information that must be disclosed.