Bill > A08154

This bill amends the executive law and public authorities law to modify the role and compensation of the chair of the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). Specifically, the bill removes the chair of NYSERDA from a list of state officials in the executive law and eliminates the chair's salary. The legislation allows the chair to serve without compensation and permits engagement in private employment, subject to existing ethical restrictions outlined in sections 73 and 74 of the public officers law. The bill updates language to replace outdated terms (such as changing "alcoholism and substance abuse services" to "addiction services and supports") and ensures that the chair, like other members of NYSERDA, can pursue private work while maintaining their public role. These changes provide more flexibility for the NYSERDA chair's professional activities while maintaining appropriate ethical guidelines. The act is designed to take effect immediately upon its passage.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8154