Bill > A07456

This bill expands New York's lobbying disclosure requirements to include efforts to influence the nomination or confirmation of individuals to state offices that require Senate confirmation. Specifically, the bill amends existing legislative law to mandate that lobbyists disclose information about their attempts to influence the nomination or confirmation process, similar to existing requirements for lobbying related to legislation, executive orders, and regulatory actions. The bill adds a new category to lobbying reporting requirements, requiring lobbyists to report details such as the specific offices involved and the names of nominees or potential nominees. This change aims to increase transparency in the governmental decision-making process by ensuring that the public has access to information about efforts to influence the appointment of state officials. The legislative declaration emphasizes that such disclosure is necessary to maintain the integrity of government processes and to provide citizens with a full understanding of how potential state officials are being advocated for or against. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage, meaning lobbyists will need to start including nomination and confirmation lobbying information in their regular reporting.

Government Affairs, Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A7456