New York 2025 Session Status: Introduced

A11493 — Prohibits a state or local authority from employing or designating a lobbyist to engage in lobbying

Last action — In Assembly Committee

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Assembly
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the Assembly. Introduced May 28, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

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Odds of enactment

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In plain language

The bill prohibits state or local authorities from hiring lobbyists for lobbying activities.

This legislation stops state and local authorities from hiring or designating lobbyists to engage in lobbying efforts. It also allows the cancellation of existing contracts with lobbyists.

Summary

Prohibits a state or local authority, or subsidiary thereof, from retaining, contracting, employing, or designating a lobbyist to engage in lobbying; allows for the cancellation of pre-existing contracts.

Bill Text

Action History

  1. REFERRED TO CORPORATIONS, AUTHORITIES AND COMMISSIONS

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 218 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (218)

218 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does A11493 do?
Prohibits a state or local authority, or subsidiary thereof, from retaining, contracting, employing, or designating a lobbyist to engage in lobbying; allows for the cancellation of pre-existing contracts.
Who sponsors A11493?
A11493 is sponsored by Al Taylor.
What is the current status of A11493?
This bill has been introduced in the Assembly. Introduced May 28, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track A11493?
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