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NY S00898
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/8/2025
Primary Sponsor
Monica Martinez
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AI Summary
- Authorizes the Director of Civil Service to establish pay differentials for state employees in positions requiring proficiency in a language other than English, if private or public sector wage data shows such skills command higher pay
- Pay differentials would be added to base salary without affecting performance awards, longevity payments, or other benefits, and would count toward retirement compensation
- Requires the Department of Civil Service to conduct a study on state job titles requiring foreign language proficiency, including employee demographics, salary grades, exam frequency, and career mobility opportunities
- Study must report on the number of employees in language-required positions, their appointment types, jurisdictional classifications, and locations across state agencies
- Report must be submitted to legislative leaders and the Governor's Office of Employee Relations within one year of the act's effective date
Legislative Description
Relates to compensation paid to persons employed in positions requiring foreign language skills; establishes career ladders for persons holding such positions; establishes supervisory positions for persons required to have foreign language skills.
Last Action
REPORTED AND COMMITTED TO FINANCE
2/10/2026
Committee Referrals
Finance2/10/2026
Civil Service and Pensions1/7/2026
Finance5/13/2025
Civil Service and Pensions1/8/2025
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