Bill > A04541

This bill proposes to establish term limits for members of the New York State Legislature, specifically limiting representatives in both the State Assembly and State Senate to a maximum of six two-year terms in each respective chamber. Under this proposed legislation, no legislator would be permitted to serve more than twelve years total in either the Assembly or Senate. The bill would take effect on December 31, 2026, and would apply to elections held after that date. By implementing these term limits, the bill aims to introduce regular turnover in legislative positions, potentially preventing long-term incumbency and providing opportunities for new political leadership to emerge. The proposed limits would require lawmakers to seek other political opportunities or return to private life after reaching the maximum number of terms, which could potentially increase political diversity and prevent the concentration of power in a small number of long-serving legislators.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A4541