Bill > A05159

This bill modifies the New York Civil Service Law by removing additional requirements for unemployed individuals to receive waived application fees for civil service examinations. Previously, unemployed individuals seeking fee waivers had to also be primarily responsible for supporting a household or receiving public assistance. The bill eliminates those extra conditions, allowing any unemployed person to certify their status and receive a fee waiver when applying for civil service job examinations. The bill maintains existing provisions that also provide fee waivers for veterans seeking original appointment examinations. The changes apply to state, municipal, and regional civil service commissions, giving them flexibility in fee structures while simplifying the waiver process for unemployed job seekers. The bill takes effect immediately, with specific technical provisions about how the amendment will be integrated into existing law.

Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5159