§ 102. Amendment, rescission or adoption of rules. The civil practice rules are herein designated "rule". Any rule in this chapter may be amended, or rescinded, or additional civil practice rules may be adopted, not inconsistent with the constitution, by act of the legislature. No rule so amended, rescinded or adopted shall abridge or enlarge the substantive rights of any party.

Terms Used In N.Y. Civil Practice Law and Rules 102

  • Amendment: A proposal to alter the text of a pending bill or other measure by striking out some of it, by inserting new language, or both. Before an amendment becomes part of the measure, thelegislature must agree to it.
  • Rescission: The cancellation of budget authority previously provided by Congress. The Impoundment Control Act of 1974 specifies that the President may propose to Congress that funds be rescinded. If both Houses have not approved a rescission proposal (by passing legislation) within 45 days of continuous session, any funds being withheld must be made available for obligation.