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NY A02788

NY A02788
Prohibits public bodies from conducting an executive session where the subject to be considered relates to the appointment of an elected member or officer to fill a vacancy in an elected office of such public body, including interviews of prospective appointees and related discussions.


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Introduced
01/27/2023
In Committee
01/03/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

2023-2024 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the public officers law, in relation to prohibiting executive sessions for the appointment of elected office

AI Summary

This bill amends the Public Officers Law to prohibit public bodies from conducting an executive session (a closed-door meeting) where the subject to be considered relates to the appointment of an elected member or officer to fill a vacancy in an elected office of such public body. This includes interviews of prospective appointees and any related discussions or deliberations, which must instead be conducted in a meeting open to the public.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

referred to governmental operations (on 01/03/2024)

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