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NY A00534
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/8/2025
Primary Sponsor
Amy Paulin
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AI Summary
- Prohibits public bodies from using executive (closed) sessions when considering appointments to fill vacancies in elected positions
- Requires all interviews of applicants for vacant elected offices to be conducted in meetings open to the public
- Applies to vacancies caused by death, resignation, removal from office, or refusal to serve by an elected member or officer
- Mandates that all discussions and deliberations regarding such appointments must occur in public meetings
- Takes effect immediately upon passage
Legislative Description
Prohibits public bodies from conducting an executive session where the subject to be considered relates to the appointment of an elected member or officer to fill a vacancy in an elected office of such public body, including interviews of prospective appointees and related discussions.
Last Action
referred to governmental operations
1/7/2026
Committee Referrals
Governmental Operations1/8/2025
Full Bill Text
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