Bill > S06070

This bill expands the legal definition of a "public body" under New York state law to include any entity consisting of two or more members that is created by an executive order from the governor. Currently, the definition of a public body already includes governmental entities performing a state function, public corporation committees, and decision-making bodies that require a quorum. The proposed amendment specifically adds entities created by gubernatorial executive order to this definition, which would subject such groups to increased transparency and public oversight requirements. The key implication is that any multi-member group established through an executive order would now be considered a "public body" and likely be required to follow open meetings and public records laws, even if their function is primarily advisory. The bill would take effect immediately upon passage, broadening the scope of what constitutes a public body under New York's Public Officers Law and potentially increasing governmental transparency by ensuring more groups are subject to public scrutiny.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6070