Bill > A05677

This bill creates a new transparency database for not-for-profit organizations that contract with the state of New York, managed by the state comptroller. The database will include organizations at various stages of the contracting process, from being in the initial approval stage to having fully-executed contracts. The database must be publicly accessible and searchable by multiple criteria, including year, issue area, location (such as senate and assembly districts), and organization name. Each entry will include a brief description of the contract's purpose. The state comptroller is required to maintain the database in good working condition, collaborate with relevant state agencies to collect and update data, and ensure the database is operational and publicly accessible by January 1, 2026. The primary goal of this database is to promote transparency, accountability, and accessibility of information about not-for-profit organizations receiving state contracts, allowing the public to easily view and understand these contractual relationships.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5677