New York State
Land Title Association, Inc.
Two Rector Street, Suite 901
New York, New York 10006-1819
212-964-3701
800-688-0325
FAX 212-964-7185
info@NYSLTA.org

Protecting the Interests of Consumers

Among the most critical functions of the NYSLTA is advocacy on behalf of the title profession and consumer protection. This task is delegated to the Legislative Committee, assisted by Association staff and professional legislative specialists.

As bills are introduced to the State Senate and Assembly, the Legislative Committee studies the bill and determines appropriate action. Following intra-committee discussion, a determination may be made to issue a memorandum either in support or opposition to the bill. Memos are presented to the bill's sponsors with the objective of illuminating important aspects of the bill, the likely ramifications from the perspective of title insurance, and general impact on the citizens of New York.

These are some of the issues addressed by our Legislative Committee in the Legislative session of 2011:

  • Prohibition on Private Transfer Fees
  • Electronic Recording
  • Tax lien transfers
  • Standing in Mortgage Foreclosure


The Association also maintains a Liaison Committee, charged with sustaining an ongoing working relationship with the State department that regulates the title insurance industry. This committee provides technical expertise about title insurance to the department and serves as a vital communications channel to the executive branch of state government.

Throughout the state, Association members enjoy a close working relationship with county and municipal staff involved in the land records system. The Land Records Committee is an unofficial “early warning system” for ultra-local issues that have material impact on our members’ ability to serve their clients.

State Legislators

Click the following links to find your Legislator.

Click the following link and type in your zip code to find your Legislator and/or type in your Legislator’s name for information about him/her. http://www.congress.org/congressorg/dbq/officials/