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NY S08950
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/20/2026
Primary Sponsor
Dean Murray
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AI Summary
- Proposes a constitutional amendment to Article 5 establishing a State Board of Parole responsible for determining release of incarcerated individuals to parole and setting conditions of release
- Creates a 17-member board with the Commissioner of the Board of Parole elected statewide at the same general election as the governor for the same term
- Requires 11 members to be elected by voters in each of the state's judicial districts, serving terms concurrent with the governor
- Allocates 5 appointed members: one each by the governor, Senate temporary president, Senate minority leader, Assembly speaker, and Assembly minority leader
- Requires passage by two successive legislatures and voter approval, with publication for 3 months prior to the election as mandated by the state constitution's amendment process
Legislative Description
Establishes a state board of parole; provides for appointments to such board.
Last Action
OPINION REFERRED TO JUDICIARY
3/3/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary1/20/2026
Full Bill Text
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