Bill > A02746

This bill modifies the composition and appointment process for the Republic Airport Commission, which is an advisory council to the New York State Department of Transportation regarding the administration and management of Republic Airport in Suffolk County. Currently, the commission consists of nine members from Nassau or Suffolk counties, with members appointed by the governor: one without recommendation, four recommended by the Senate's temporary president, and four recommended by the Assembly's speaker. The key change is that for recommended appointments, the recommending body (Senate or Assembly leadership) must now provide a list of at least three candidates, from which the governor will select one member. This ensures more input and a broader pool of potential commissioners while maintaining the existing structure of the nine-member commission. The bill preserves other existing provisions, such as four-year terms, reimbursement for expenses, and the requirement that the commissioner of transportation or their designee serve as an ex officio member. The bill is designed to take effect concurrently with another related bill about the Republic Airport Commission's membership.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A2746