New York Consolidated Laws, Judiciary Law - JUD § 214-a. Functions of the judicial conference

1. study and recommend changes in laws, statutes and rules relating to civil, criminal and family law practice which, in its opinion, will promote simplicity in procedure, the just determination of cases and controversies, and the elimination of unjustifiable expense and delay in litigation in the unified court system; and

2. advise the chief administrator with respect to the establishment of educational programs, seminars and institutes for the judicial and nonjudicial personnel of the unified court system; and

3. consult with the chief judge and the chief administrator, as they may require, with respect to the administration and operation of the unified court system.