Bill > S07800

This bill amends the New York public officers law to waive the standard residency requirement for the commissioner of finance in Putnam County. Currently, public officers are typically required to live within the political subdivision where they serve, but this legislation would allow the Putnam County finance commissioner to reside either in Putnam County or an adjoining county within New York State. The bill specifically adds a new provision (subdivision 76) to section 3 of the public officers law that creates this exception. Importantly, the bill clarifies that while this exemption applies specifically to Putnam County's finance commissioner, other county finance commissioners would still be required to reside in their respective counties unless another law provides otherwise. The legislation is designed to provide more flexibility in hiring for the finance commissioner role, potentially allowing the county to attract a wider pool of qualified candidates who might not live directly within Putnam County's boundaries. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7800