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NY S08950

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/20/2026

Primary Sponsor

Dean Murray

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 General Assembly

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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