Bill > A07167

This bill addresses reimbursement for childcare and dependent care expenses for volunteer members of public bodies in New York State. The legislation defines a "public body" using the existing definition in public officers law and establishes that volunteer members can be reimbursed for actual childcare and dependent care expenses incurred while performing their official duties, such as attending regular or special meetings. To receive reimbursement, volunteer members must submit documentation of their childcare or dependent care costs to the appropriate public officer or the municipality or political subdivision overseeing the public body. The bill also updates language in the public officers law to use gender-neutral terminology and explicitly include childcare and dependent care expenses as reimbursable costs for public officers who serve without compensation. By providing this financial support, the bill aims to reduce barriers to public service and make volunteer positions more accessible to individuals with caregiving responsibilities.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A7167