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NY S09199
Bill
Status
12/14/2018
Primary Sponsor
Susan Serino
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AI Summary
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Replaces automatic implementation of compensation committee recommendations with a requirement for voter approval through a statewide referendum held at least 108 days after recommendations are made.
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Requires the attorney general to prepare a ballot title and summary (not exceeding 100 words) at least 90 days before the general election, indicating support or opposition to the measure.
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Establishes a 14-day window for legal challenges to the attorney general's ballot title and summary, with cases heard in state supreme court with priority over other civil matters.
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Allows approved measures to take effect on January 1 following the general election, or five days after official vote certification by the state board of elections, whichever is later.
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Takes effect immediately, but expires when the original 2018 compensation committee legislation (Chapter 59, Part HHH) expires.
Legislative Description
Relates to a compensation committee to determine the appropriate salaries for members of the legislature and certain other state officials; provides for approval by voters of any recommendations.
Last Action
REFERRED TO RULES
12/14/2018