Bill > S04499

This bill authorizes Justin Finkle, a resident of the town of Bethlehem in Albany County, to take the competitive civil service examination for the position of police officer, despite potentially not meeting standard age or other requirements typically mandated by civil service law. Specifically, the bill provides an exception to Section 58 of the civil service law, allowing Finkle to be eligible for the examination and, contingent upon his performance, potentially be placed on the eligible list for appointment as a full-time police officer with the Bethlehem police department. While granting this special consideration, the bill also stipulates that Finkle will still be subject to the same merit and fitness provisions of the civil service law that apply to all full-time police officers, ensuring that he must meet the same professional standards as other candidates. The bill would take effect immediately upon passage, providing Finkle with an immediate opportunity to pursue a career in law enforcement with the Bethlehem police department.

Budget and Finance, Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S4499