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A 2120

Relates to certain promotions to lieutenant or sergeant in the detective bureau in the city of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Charles Fall

A 2120 reshapes NYPD Detective Bureau promotions to lieutenant or sergeant, changing eligibility and promotion rules for officers.

REFERRED TO GOVERNMENTAL EMPLOYEES
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Bill Summary · A 2120

Summary of New York Assembly Bill A 2120

Overview

  • Bill Number: A 2120
  • Title: Relates to certain promotions to lieutenant or sergeant in the detective bureau in the city of New York
  • Status: Referred to the Committee on Governmental Employees
  • Introduced: January 15, 2025
  • Classification: Bill

Purpose and intent (as inferred from title)

Based on the bill’s title, A 2120 concerns promotions to the ranks of lieutenant or sergeant within the New York City Police Department’s Detective Bureau. The specific changes or actions proposed by the bill are not provided in the materials available here. The text would indicate whether the bill aspires to modify eligibility criteria, testing, seniority considerations, or other elements of the promotion process for these ranks.

Key provisions (not available in provided materials)

  • The exact language of A 2120 is not included in the provided information. As a result, the specific provisions, requirements, criteria, timelines, or procedural changes are not known from this summary.
  • Readers should consult the bill’s official text to identify:
    • Eligibility requirements for promotions to lieutenant or sergeant in the Detective Bureau
    • Any changes to testing or certification processes
    • Seniority, residency, or disciplinary considerations
    • Procedures for promotions, appeals, or review
    • Effective dates and any transitional provisions

Who would be affected

  • Primary: Members of the New York City Police Department's Detective Bureau who are eligible for promotion to lieutenant or sergeant.
  • Secondary: The NYPD administration, civil service/promotional processes, and potentially related city governance or budgeting considerations if the bill alters staffing or promotion timelines.

Legislative status and process

  • Introduced on January 15, 2025 and immediately referred to the Committee on Governmental Employees.
  • The materials show two identical referral events on the same date, reinforcing the committee assignment rather than a motion or vote.
  • Related bill activity exists (see “Related Bills” below), which may affect consideration or amendments in the future.

Related bills and sponsors

  • Sponsor: Charles Fall (primary)
  • Related/Companion bills:
    • A 9916 (prior-session)
    • A 7659 (prior-session)
    • S 4553 (companion)
  • The presence of companion and prior-session bills suggests ongoing interest in this policy area across both chambers and multiple iterations.

Next steps for readers

  • Review the full bill text and any sponsor memorandum on the New York Assembly (and Senate) websites to understand the exact provisions.
  • Check for fiscal impact statements and any amendments filed during committee consideration.
  • Monitor updates from the Committee on Governmental Employees for hearings, votes, or changes.
  • Compare A 2120 with its related bills (A 9916, A 7659, S 4553) to gauge alignment or differences that could influence final language.

If you’d like, I can help locate the official bill text and any amendments or fiscal notes for A 2120.

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

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