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A 7140

Alters the composition of the state board of parole

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Latrice Walker

A 7140 would alter how the state parole board is composed, potentially changing appointments, diversity, and governance of parole decisions.

REFERRED TO CORRECTION
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Bill Summary · A 7140

Summary of Assembly Bill A 7140

Overview

  • Bill number: A 7140
  • Title: Alters the composition of the state board of parole
  • Status: Referred to Assembly Committee on Correction
  • Introduced: March 20, 2025
  • Sponsor: Latrice Walker (primary)
  • Legislative actions: On 2025-03-20, the bill was referred to Correction (listed twice in the record)

Notes: The available information does not include the text of the bill, so the summary below focuses on the known purpose indicated by the title and the procedural status. Related bills in prior sessions (A 9795, A 7060, A 6221, A 4546, A 1795) suggest prior consideration of parole board reforms, but specific provisions are not provided here.

What the bill proposes (as far as is publicly known)

  • Main objective: Change the composition of the state board of parole. The exact mechanisms (e.g., how many members, qualifications, appointment method) are not specified in the information provided.
  • Scope of change: The title indicates a reform of how the parole board is composed, which could affect appointment processes, term lengths, diversity requirements, or other structural features of the board. The bill text would clarify the precise changes.

Potential impact (based on the nature of composition changes)

  • Parole decision-making: Altering board composition could influence parole grant/denial patterns, as the perspectives and expertise of board members can affect decisions.
  • Governance and accountability: Changes to how members are selected or retained may affect oversight, accountability, and public trust in the parole system.
  • Diversity and representation: Depending on provisions, the bill could introduce requirements related to geographic, demographic, or professional diversity among board members.
  • Fiscal and administrative effects: Any changes in staffing or appointment processes could have administrative or budgetary implications for the parole system or related state agencies.

Affected parties

  • Current and future members of the state board of parole
  • The executive branch responsible for appointments, and the legislature’s oversight role
  • Individuals subject to parole decisions and parole supervision

Procedural timeline and next steps

  • Current status: Referred to the Assembly Committee on Correction (no further action listed here)
  • Next steps: Committee hearings and consideration, potential amendments, floor votes in the Assembly; if advanced, the bill would move to the Senate for its own process. After passage, it would require enactment by both houses and, potentially, signature by the governor.
  • Where to review: The official New York State Assembly website or legislative database for the bill text, amendments, and committee reports once released.

Related information

  • Related prior-session bills (A 9795, A 7060, A 6221, A 4546, A 1795) indicate ongoing interest in parole board reforms, but specific provisions for A 7140 are not provided here. Review the bill text and sponsor statements for detailed context and objectives.

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

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