Bill > S06088

This bill modifies residency requirements for police officers in cities with a population of one million or more, specifically New York City. Under the new provisions, any person appointed as a paid police officer in such a city must become a resident of any political subdivision or municipal corporation within that city within one year of their appointment and must continue to reside within that area. The bill amends existing public officers law to clarify that for cities with populations under one million, police officers have more flexible residency options, such as living in the same county or adjacent counties. For officers in large cities like New York, the bill imposes a stricter requirement that they must live within the city limits and maintain residency as a condition of continued employment. The legislation aims to ensure that police officers have a direct stake in the communities they serve by requiring them to be local residents. The changes will take effect immediately upon enactment.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6088