Bill > A00838

This bill amends the General Municipal Law to modify the composition and definition of industrial development agencies (IDAs) and labor organizations. The bill introduces a new definition for "labor organization" that describes it as an entity existing for collective bargaining, addressing workplace grievances, or providing mutual aid and protection, while explicitly excluding company unions. Additionally, the bill changes IDA membership requirements, mandating that agencies now include a representative from a local labor organization and either a school district superintendent or a school board representative. The bill also allows IDAs to temporarily exceed the standard seven-member limit when adding these mandatory members, with the understanding that the agency size will naturally decrease back to seven or fewer as non-mandatory seats become vacant. The legislation uses gender-neutral language, replacing terms like "his" with "their", and provides that these agency members will continue to serve without compensation but can be reimbursed for necessary expenses. The act will take effect 180 days after becoming law, giving organizations time to adjust to the new requirements.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A838