Bill > A01396

This bill amends the New York civil service law to prevent state agencies and executive department entities from outsourcing work during a hiring freeze. Specifically, when a hiring freeze is enacted, the bill prohibits these governmental units from contracting with, subcontracting to, or hiring any third-party vendors to perform services that would typically be done by employees covered under collective bargaining agreements or similar employment contracts who are subject to the hiring freeze. The legislation aims to protect existing government workers by preventing agencies from circumventing hiring freezes through external hiring or contracting. The bill would take effect immediately upon enactment, providing an immediate restriction on hiring practices during periods of workforce reduction in state government entities.

Budget and Finance, Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A1396