Bill > A07140

This bill modifies the composition of the New York State Board of Parole by changing how its members are appointed. Currently, the board consists of members appointed solely by the governor, but starting January 1, 2026, the board will expand to 19 members appointed by multiple legislative leaders: nine members will still be appointed by the governor, while the remaining ten will be distributed among other state legislative leaders - three appointed by the temporary president of the senate, three by the speaker of the assembly, two by the minority leader of the senate, and two by the minority leader of the assembly. Each board member will continue to serve a six-year term, with provisions for filling vacancies and addressing temporary member disabilities. The existing board will be abolished on January 1, 2027, and new members will be appointed prior to that date to ensure a smooth transition. The goal appears to be increasing legislative input and diversifying the appointment process for this important criminal justice oversight body.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A7140