Bill > A07756

This bill requires the New York Secretary of State to oversee the development of comprehensive contingency plans by state agencies in preparation for potential extended federal government shutdowns. An "extended federal shutdown" is defined as a funding lapse lasting two weeks or more, and each state agency will be required to submit a detailed plan addressing potential impacts on their operations, employees, and the public. These plans must outline specific scenarios such as programs at risk due to lost federal funding, potential impacts on health and safety, federally funded positions, strategies to mitigate financial hardships for federal employees and affected businesses, and steps to resume normal operations after the shutdown. The Secretary of State will review and approve these plans, provide guidance to agencies, and maintain a public website with the contingency plans. Importantly, while agencies are expected to develop these plans, they are not mandated to implement every proposed action. The legislation acknowledges the increasing frequency of federal government shutdowns and aims to proactively prepare New York state agencies to respond effectively to such disruptions, thereby protecting state employees, businesses, and residents from potential economic and service-related challenges.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A7756