Bill > A04907

This bill repeals a previous law that gave the governor broad emergency powers during a state disaster emergency. The bill amends the executive law to restore legislative checks and balances on the governor's emergency powers. Specifically, it limits the governor's ability to suspend laws to 30 days, with the possibility of 15-day extensions if authorized by the legislature. The bill also requires the governor to specify which counties are affected by any suspension of laws and provide a detailed explanation for such suspensions. Additionally, the bill allows local chief executives to request the termination of a state disaster emergency declaration and provides for judicial review of the governor's decision to continue the emergency declaration. Finally, the bill requires the governor to provide a process for individuals or entities to challenge the constitutionality of any executive order that impairs fundamental rights.