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A 8636

Allows state finance authorities to place liens on federal property within the state in the event of federal noncompliance with congressionally approved spending

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Micah Lasher

Authorizes New York state finance authorities to place liens on federal property within New York to pressure federal adherence to Congress-approved spending.

REFERRED TO GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS
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Bill Summary · A 8636

Summary: New York Assembly Bill A 8636

Overview

Bill A 8636, introduced on May 22, 2025 and referred to the Committee on Governmental Operations, would authorize state finance authorities to place liens on federal property located within the state as a response to federal noncompliance with congressionally approved spending. The primary sponsor is Assemblymember Micah Lasher. A companion Senate bill is listed as S 8173.

Purpose and intent

  • Create a state-level remedy to address perceived noncompliance by the federal government with spending that has been approved by Congress.
  • Provide a mechanism for the state to leverage its rights over federal property within its borders to encourage adherence to congressionally approved appropriations.

Key provisions (as described)

  • Authorization: State finance authorities would be empowered to place liens on federal property located within the state when federal spending is deemed noncompliant with Congress’s appropriation measures.
  • Trigger for liens: The lien authority would be activated in situations where the federal government is not complying with spending that Congress has approved.
  • Nature of liens: The bill would establish lien-making, filing, and enforcement processes, with details to be defined in the bill (e.g., filing requirements, lien priorities, duration, release conditions).
  • Enforcement and remedies: The statute would set forth how liens are to be enforced and under what circumstances they may be released or satisfied, potentially affecting the property value or use of the federal property in question.

Affected parties

  • State finance authorities within the state.
  • Federal property owners and occupants within the state (including federal agencies and facilities).
  • Potential indirect effects on federal operations and continuity of services at federally owned or leased properties within the state.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Status: Referred to the Committee on Governmental Operations (May 22, 2025).
  • Legislative actions: Duplicate entry listed for May 22, 2025, indicating initial committee referral.
  • Related legislation: Companion Senate bill S 8173 (listed as the Senate counterpart).

Potential impact and considerations

  • Constitutional questions: The use of liens on federal property raises significant constitutional considerations, including federal supremacy and property rights. Legal challenges could be anticipated.
  • Practical effect: If enacted, the bill would create a novel state-level debt recovery/remedy mechanism tied to federal appropriations, which could affect federal operations within the state and potentially provoke federal-state friction.
  • Clarity and implementation: Key details (e.g., scope of “federal property,” process for placing and enforcing liens, protections for innocent third parties, and timelines) would determine the bill’s practical effectiveness and risk of unintended consequences.

Notes

  • This summary reflects the information provided. The full bill text would be needed to assess exact definitions, procedural steps, and financial implications.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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