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S 6898

Establishes the office of census counts and provides for its powers and duties and the New York state census counts commission and provides for its powers and duties; appropriation

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Leroy Comrie and 2 co-sponsors

S 6898 - Establishing the Office of Census Counts and New York State Census Counts Commission OverviewBill Number: S 6898 Title: Establishes the office of census counts and provid

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Bill Summary · S 6898

S 6898 - Establishing the Office of Census Counts and New York State Census Counts Commission

Overview

Bill Number: S 6898
Title: Establishes the office of census counts and provides for its powers and duties and the New York state census counts commission and provides for its powers and duties; appropriation
Status: REFERRED TO FINANCE
Introduced: March 26, 2025

Purpose and Intent

This bill aims to create the Office of Census Counts and the New York State Census Counts Commission to improve the accuracy and accessibility of census data in New York. The primary goals are to ensure a complete and accurate count of the state's population, enhance public engagement and transparency around the census process, and leverage census data to inform policy and resource allocation decisions.

Key Provisions

  • Establishes the Office of Census Counts as an independent state agency to oversee census-related activities
  • Creates the New York State Census Counts Commission to advise the Office and provide public input
  • Requires the Office to conduct a state-level census every 10 years, in coordination with the federal decennial census
  • Mandates the Office to provide public education and outreach campaigns to increase census participation
  • Directs the Office to analyze census data and publish reports to inform state and local decision-making
  • Appropriates $25 million in initial funding for the Office and Commission

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • All New York residents would be affected by the improved accuracy and accessibility of census data
  • State and local governments would benefit from more reliable population data to guide policy, planning, and resource allocation
  • Community organizations and advocacy groups would have increased opportunities to engage with and influence the census process
  • The Office of Census Counts and Census Counts Commission would be newly created entities requiring staffing and operational funding

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

The bill has been referred to the Senate Finance Committee for further consideration. If passed by the legislature and signed into law, the Office of Census Counts and Census Counts Commission would be established within one year, with the first state-level census to be conducted in 2030, coinciding with the next federal decennial census.

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

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