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A 7287

Authorizes the assistant court clerk and fire marshal of the town of Harrison, county of Westchester, to be nonresidents of such town

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Chris Burdick

Bill A 7287 allows Harrison's assistant court clerk and fire marshal to live outside the town, broadening candidate eligibility and improving public service quality.

SIGNED CHAP.379
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Bill Summary · A 7287

Summary of Bill A 7287

Bill Information

  • Bill Number: A 7287
  • Title: Authorizes the assistant court clerk and fire marshal of the town of Harrison, county of Westchester, to be nonresidents of such town
  • Status: Signed into law as Chapter 379
  • Introduced: March 25, 2025
  • Classification: Bill

Purpose and Intent

Bill A 7287 aims to allow the assistant court clerk and the fire marshal of the town of Harrison, located in Westchester County, New York, to reside outside of the town. This legislative change is intended to broaden the pool of candidates eligible for these positions, potentially enhancing the quality of public service by allowing qualified individuals who do not live within the town to serve in these critical roles.

Key Provisions

  • Nonresidency Authorization: The bill specifically permits the assistant court clerk and fire marshal to be nonresidents of Harrison. This provision is significant as it removes the previous requirement that these officials must live within the town limits.

Affected Parties

  • Town Officials: The primary individuals affected by this bill are the assistant court clerk and the fire marshal of Harrison. By allowing nonresidents to hold these positions, the town may attract a wider range of qualified candidates.
  • Town of Harrison: The town itself may benefit from increased administrative efficiency and expertise by enabling the hiring of skilled professionals who may not reside in the area.

Legislative Timeline

  • March 25, 2025: Bill introduced and referred to the Local Governments Committee.
  • May 21, 2025:
    • Reported out of committee and passed in the Assembly.
    • Delivered to the Senate for consideration.
  • June 4, 2025:
    • Passed in the Senate and returned to the Assembly.
    • Substituted for companion bill S 6426.
  • September 5, 2025: Delivered to the Governor.
  • September 10, 2025: Signed into law as Chapter 379.

Conclusion

Bill A 7287 represents a legislative effort to modernize the requirements for local government positions in Harrison, New York. By allowing the assistant court clerk and fire marshal to be nonresidents, the bill seeks to enhance the town's ability to attract qualified candidates, thereby improving public service delivery. The swift passage of the bill through both legislative chambers indicates a strong consensus on the need for this change.

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

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