NY S08596

Amends Public Officers Law to allow police officer appointments in cities with populations over one million without prior residency until January 1, 2021, if the applicant resides in the same county, adjacent county, or within specified distance thresholds in contiguous counties.

Beginning January 1, 2021, prohibits appointment of police officers in cities with populations over one million unless the applicant has resided in the city for one year prior to appointment and continues to reside there.

Exempts current police officers employed on or before January 1, 2021, in cities over one million population from residency requirements at their designated residence, but this exemption expires January 1, 2022.

Requires current employees seeking the exemption to notify their employer in writing within thirty days and specify their residence address; exemption applies only to that designated residence.

Extends a one-year grace period for currently employed officers residing outside New York State to establish state residence in compliance with the law.