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NY A04149
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/31/2025
Primary Sponsor
Nader Sayegh
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AI Summary
- Amends Civil Service Law section 61 to allow school districts to select from the top five candidates on civil service eligible lists when breaking ties, rather than the standard top three
- Currently, state and municipal commissions can only select from candidates with ratings equal to or higher than the third highest standing eligible
- School districts would be required to establish this expanded selection pool by rule
- The change applies specifically to appointments and promotions in the competitive class from eligible lists
- Takes effect immediately upon passage
Legislative Description
Allows school districts to canvass from the five highest civil service examination ratings.
Last Action
referred to governmental employees
1/7/2026
Committee Referrals
Governmental Employees1/31/2025
Full Bill Text
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