Bill > S07715

This bill modifies the New York City Charter to provide the New York City Council with the power to remove the mayor from office through a specific process. Currently, only the governor has the authority to remove the mayor, but this bill adds a new mechanism whereby the City Council can remove the mayor by a three-quarter majority vote. The removal process requires that the mayor be served with a copy of the charges against them and be given an opportunity to defend themselves. Additionally, the bill allows the City Council to suspend the mayor for up to thirty days while charges are being prepared or considered, also requiring a three-quarter majority vote. This change significantly expands the City Council's oversight of the mayor by providing a formal method to potentially remove the mayor from office if a supermajority of council members believe there are sufficient grounds for removal. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage, meaning the new removal mechanism would be available as soon as the bill becomes law.

Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7715