Bill > S04894

This bill repeals paragraph (g) of subdivision 4 of section 209 of the civil service law, which currently places limitations on interest arbitration for certain deputy sheriffs. Interest arbitration is a process where an impartial third party helps resolve disputes between employers and employees regarding contract terms, such as wages and working conditions, when negotiations reach an impasse. By removing this specific paragraph, the bill aims to provide deputy sheriffs with the same interest arbitration rights and scope as municipal police officers, effectively expanding their ability to resolve collective bargaining disputes. This change would give deputy sheriffs more comparable negotiation and dispute resolution options to those enjoyed by municipal police officers, potentially improving their collective bargaining position and ability to negotiate fair employment terms.

Budget and Finance, Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S4894