Bill > A08989

This bill modifies the definition of "outside earned income" for members of the New York state legislature by changing how such income is calculated. Currently, outside earned income is defined as wages, salaries, fees, and other forms of compensation for services actually rendered. The bill proposes to determine the amount of such income specifically by using the legislator's taxable income instead of the previous definition. This change could potentially alter how legislators report and calculate their earnings from sources outside of their legislative salary, potentially providing a more standardized and comprehensive method of income reporting. The modification appears to be a technical adjustment to the existing legislative law, with the change taking effect immediately upon enactment.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8989