Bill > S04092

This bill establishes a cost of living adjustment mechanism for New York state legislators' base allowance, which will automatically increase or decrease their compensation every two years starting in January 2026 based on changes in the state's median household income. Specifically, the adjustment will mirror the percentage increase or decrease in median household income over the preceding two-year period, as determined by the governor. This approach aims to tie legislative compensation more directly to the economic conditions experienced by the average household in New York state, potentially providing a more dynamic and responsive method for setting legislative salaries. The bill amends the existing legislative law by adding a new subdivision that mandates this biennial adjustment, ensuring that legislators' pay is somewhat synchronized with broader economic trends affecting state residents.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S4092