Bill > A08180

This bill amends the New York Public Officers Law to expand the residency options for assistant district attorneys and assistant public defenders in Yates County. Currently, these legal professionals are required to live in either Yates County or an adjoining county within New York. The bill now adds Chemung County as an additional acceptable county of residence. Specifically, the bill modifies two existing provisions of law: one for assistant district attorneys (excluding the first assistant) and another for assistant public defenders. The changes allow these legal professionals to live in Yates County, an adjoining New York county, or now specifically in Chemung County, while still maintaining their official positions. This modification provides more flexibility for these county legal staff in choosing their place of residence without jeopardizing their employment. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8180