A05485Introduced in the Assembly
Provides that local state of emergency orders issued by a chief executive of a county, city, town or village shall not violate section 291 of the executive law providing equality of opportunity of a civil right.
Introduced by Phara Souffrant Forrest, District 57
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Provides that local state of emergency orders issued by a chief executive of a county, city, town or village shall not violate section 291 of the executive law providing equality of opportunity of a civil right.
Where it stands
referred to local governments
January 7, 2026
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referred to local governments
referred to local governments
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