Bill > A05437

This bill extends the existing pilot program that waives state civil service examination fees from December 31, 2025 to December 31, 2027. The bill modifies the Civil Service Law to continue allowing the state civil service department, municipal commissions, and regional commissions to waive application fees for civil service examinations during this extended period. The waiver program already includes provisions for specific groups, such as unemployed individuals primarily responsible for supporting a household, those receiving public assistance, and veterans. Veterans are defined broadly to include those who have served in the U.S. armed forces, national guard, or state military units and have been honorably discharged or have specific qualifying conditions. The bill ensures that these fee waivers will continue to be available for examinations held between July 1, 2023, and December 31, 2027, providing continued support for job seekers by reducing financial barriers to taking civil service exams. The legislation takes effect immediately but is specifically designed to be in full force from April 1, 2023.

Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5437