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NY A05669

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/19/2025

Primary Sponsor

Christopher Eachus

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Origin

Assembly

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Establishes criminal penalties for public body members who intentionally violate New York's open meetings law

  • First offense punishable by a fine of $350 to $1,000; second or subsequent offenses punishable by $500 to $2,000

  • Convicted members are liable for the costs of prosecution in addition to fines

  • Prohibits the state or any public corporation from paying or reimbursing fines or prosecution costs on behalf of a member who violates this law

  • Takes effect on the first of September following enactment

Legislative Description

Provides for monetary penalties for the intentional violation of the open meetings law by any member of a public body who participates in a meeting with the intent and purpose of violating the provisions of the open meetings law.

Last Action

referred to governmental operations

1/7/2026

Committee Referrals

Governmental Operations2/19/2025

Full Bill Text

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