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NY A06333

NY A06333
Provides for monetary penalties for the intentional violation of the open meetings law by any member of a public body who participates in a meeting with the intent and purpose of violating the provisions of the open meetings law.


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Introduced
04/05/2023
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 providing penalties for the intentional violation of the open meetings law

AI Summary

This bill amends the Public Officers Law to impose monetary penalties on members of a public body who intentionally violate the Open Meetings Law. The bill establishes a fine of $350 to $1,000 for a first offense, and a fine of $500 to $2,000 for a second or subsequent offense. The state or public corporation for the public body is prohibited from paying or reimbursing the member for the fine or prosecution costs resulting from the violation.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

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

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