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S 2221

Provides for the establishment of a biennial budgeting system for the state of New York replacing the state annual budget process

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Andrew Gounardes and 3 co-sponsors

Overview: S 2221 - Provides for the establishment of a biennial budgeting system for the state of New York replacing the state annual budget processPurpose and Intent: The bill aim

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Bill Summary · S 2221

Overview: S 2221 - Provides for the establishment of a biennial budgeting system for the state of New York replacing the state annual budget process
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to transition New York state from an annual budget process to a biennial (two-year) budgeting system, with the goal of improving long-term fiscal planning and reducing the administrative burden of the annual budget cycle.
Key Provisions:
- Replaces the current annual state budget process with a biennial budgeting system
- Requires the governor to submit a two-year budget proposal to the legislature every other year
- Maintains the ability to make adjustments to the biennial budget in the intervening year
- Establishes new reporting and oversight mechanisms to ensure fiscal responsibility
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- The New York state government, including the executive branch, legislature, and state agencies, which will need to adapt to the biennial budgeting process
- Taxpayers and residents, who may see changes in the timing and frequency of budget decisions and their impacts
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been referred to the Judiciary committee for an opinion. If passed, the transition to a biennial budgeting system would need to be carefully planned and implemented over several budget cycles.

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