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A 11162

Extends provisions of law relating to providing local governments greater contract flexibility and cost savings by permitting certain shared purchasing among political subdivisions

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Bill Conrad and 5 co-sponsors

The bill extends the sunset for shared purchasing among NY local governments to June 30, 2029, allowing continued cost savings and procurement efficiency.

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Bill Summary · A 11162

Summary of Bill A.11162 (2025-2026) — New York

Purpose and intent

  • This bill extends the effectiveness of a 2012 provision (as amended in 2022) that aims to give local governments in New York greater contract flexibility and potential cost savings by allowing certain shared purchasing among political subdivisions.
  • Specifically, it adjusts the expiration date of the current provision, extending its sunset from June 30, 2026 to June 30, 2029, while maintaining the immediate effectiveness of the act.

Key provisions and changes

  • Amends Section 2 of Chapter 308 of the laws of 2012 (as amended by Chapter 455 of 2022) to extend the operative period.
  • Effective date: The act takes effect immediately.
  • Sunset date: The provision related to shared purchasing among political subdivisions now expires and is repealed on June 30, 2029 (previously June 30, 2026).

Who is affected

  • Local governments within New York State (cities, towns, villages, counties, and other political subdivisions) that participate in or rely on shared purchasing arrangements for procurement.
  • State and local procurement officials implementing or overseeing contract purchases for municipal entities.
  • Vendors and suppliers engaged through approved shared purchasing mechanisms.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Effective date: Immediate upon enactment.
  • Sunset extension: The shared purchasing flexibility provision remains in effect until June 30, 2029, after which it would be repealed unless renewed or amended again by statute.
  • Legislative status: Referred to the Assembly Committee on Local Governments (April 29, 2026). Co-sponsors include MaryJane Shimsky and Michaelle Solages.

Practical implications

  • By extending the expiration, municipalities can continue leveraging shared purchasing arrangements to achieve potential price savings, streamlined procurement processes, and administrative efficiencies.
  • Longer validity may encourage broader adoption of joint purchasing programs and more leverage in contract negotiations with vendors.
  • Policymakers retain the option to revisit or modify the framework before the 2029 sunset.

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

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