Withholds the governor's salary until the legislative passage of the budget occurs; provides such salary should be withheld if the budget has not passed prior to the first day of the fiscal year and shall not be paid until such passage occurs.
Summary
Bill A05096 proposes an amendment to the executive law that would result in the withholding of the governor's salary if the state budget has not been passed by the first day of the fiscal year. The withheld salary would not be paid until the budget is approved by the legislature, ensuring that the governor's compensation is contingent upon timely legislative action regarding the state budget. This measure aims to incentivize prompt budget passage and hold the governor accountable for delays in the legislative process.
Impact
If enacted, this bill would create a new precedent in New York state law regarding the compensation of the governor, linking it directly to the legislative process of budget approval. This could potentially alter the dynamics of budget negotiations, as the governor may feel increased pressure to facilitate timely discussions and agreements with the legislature. The bill could also set a standard for future legislative measures concerning executive compensation and accountability.
Sentiment
The general sentiment surrounding Bill A05096 appears to be mixed, with some legislators supporting the idea of holding the governor accountable for budget delays, while others may view it as a politically motivated move that could complicate the already challenging budget negotiation process. There is an underlying concern about the implications this bill could have on the separation of powers and the functioning of the executive branch.
Contention
Notable points of contention include concerns from some legislators about the potential for this bill to create political leverage in budget negotiations, which could lead to further gridlock. Opponents argue that withholding the governor's salary could be seen as punitive and may not effectively address the underlying issues causing budget delays. Supporters, however, maintain that it is a necessary measure to ensure accountability in government operations.
Same As
Withholds the governor's salary until the legislative passage of the budget occurs; provides such salary should be withheld if the budget has not passed prior to the first day of the fiscal year and shall not be paid until such passage occurs.
Withholds the governor's salary until the legislative passage of the budget occurs; provides such salary should be withheld if the budget has not passed prior to the first day of the fiscal year and shall not be paid until such passage occurs.
Provides that if legislative passage of the budget has not occurred prior to the first day of any fiscal year, the bi-weekly salary installment payments of the governor and members of the legislature to be paid on or after such day shall be withheld and forfeited in perpetuity until such legislative passage of the budget has occurred.
Provides that bi-weekly salary installment payments and allowances shall not be withheld for members of the state legislature if the governor has submitted certain legislation which is not necessary for the effective implementation of the appropriation bill or bills and legislative passage of the budget has not occurred prior to the first day of any fiscal year.
Withholds the salary of the governor and members of the legislature if the budget is late until final ratification of the budget; forfeits withheld salary.
Provides that in years where a pay period occurs on January first of such year, the salaries of members of the legislature shall be payable in twenty-seven bi-weekly payments.