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NY A09663
NY A09663Establishes the office of Native American affairs to act as a centralized office for Native American nations to access information on state programs that are provided to Native Americans.
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Introduced
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
In Committee
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the executive law, in relation to establishing the office of Native American affairs
AI Summary
This bill establishes a new Office of Native American Affairs within the executive department, headed by a Commissioner of Native American Affairs appointed by the governor. The office's primary role is to serve as a central point of contact for Native American nations to access information about state programs designed for them. Additionally, the office will foster cooperative relationships between New York State's Native nations, organizations, and citizens, and the state government, while also developing, managing, and coordinating Native American-related policies and programs. It will also advise state agencies on policies and programs for Native Americans and act as a liaison connecting Native nations to other state agencies and initiatives.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (7)
Michael Cashman (D)*,
Keith Brown (R),
Karen McMahon (D),
Karines Reyes (D),
Linda Rosenthal (D),
Thomas Schiavoni (D),
Matt Simpson (R),
Last Action
referred to governmental operations (on 01/21/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A9663 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=A09663&term=2025&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#A09663 |
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