Bill > A05447

This bill proposes several ethics and campaign finance reforms across multiple areas of New York state law. It introduces term limits for legislative leadership positions, restricting members to four consecutive two-year terms in roles like Senate President, Assembly Speaker, and committee chairs. The bill significantly reduces campaign contribution limits from previous thresholds, lowering the maximum amount individuals can contribute from $150,000 to $10,000 per year for state and local public office candidates. It also establishes new restrictions on campaign contributions from businesses and individuals who have been awarded state contracts, prohibiting such entities from making contributions to state officials, political committees, or independent expenditure committees for one year after receiving a contract. The bill requires contractors to disclose campaign contributions made in the previous year and mandates the return of such contributions if a contract is awarded. Additionally, it creates a statewide, publicly accessible online database of all state contracts, which will include details about contract bids, descriptions, and contact information for involved parties. The legislation aims to increase transparency in government contracting, reduce the influence of money in politics, and limit potential conflicts of interest between state officials and contractors.

Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5447