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This bill establishes a New York State Federal Relations Office in Washington, DC, within the executive department. The office will have four primary objectives: (1) improve coordination and collaboration between New York state and federal elected officials across party lines, (2) advocate for federal resources for the state, (3) identify and support key initiatives that impact New York state residents, and (4) enhance New York's influence in the federal policy-making process. The governor will have the authority to appoint necessary employees for the office and determine their duties and compensation, within the limits of the appropriated budget. The bill includes an appropriation of $300,000 from the state treasury's general fund to support the office's operations, with funds to be disbursed through the state comptroller upon the governor's approval. The legislation is designed to create a dedicated presence in the nation's capital to more effectively represent New York's interests at the federal level, and it will take effect immediately upon passage.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7753