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A 6349

Prohibits a person convicted of rebellion or insurrection from state or municipal employment

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Nikki Lucas

New York bill bars individuals convicted of rebellion or insurrection from state and municipal government employment positions.

REFERRED TO GOVERNMENTAL EMPLOYEES
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Bill Summary · A 6349

Legislative bill overview

Bill A 6349 would prohibit individuals convicted of rebellion or insurrection from holding positions in New York state or municipal government employment. The bill creates a categorical bar based on specific criminal convictions related to armed uprising against constitutional authority.

Why is this important

This directly addresses concerns about the eligibility of individuals convicted of crimes related to the January 6, 2021 Capitol riot or similar acts from serving in public employment. It raises practical questions about government integrity, public trust, and the scope of employment restrictions based on criminal history.

Potential points of contention

  • Constitutional overlap: The 14th Amendment Section 3 already contains an insurrection disqualification clause; this bill may create redundancy or complicate implementation depending on federal enforcement
  • Definitional clarity: "Rebellion" and "insurrection" are not standard criminal charges in most jurisdictions; the bill would need to clarify which convictions trigger the prohibition (seditious conspiracy, civil disorder, trespass, etc.)
  • Scope and proportionality: Whether a categorical lifetime employment ban is proportionate to all convictions under these categories, or whether rehabilitation, time elapsed, and severity distinctions should apply

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

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