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S 8747 New York Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Relates to preferred source status for entities that provide employment to certain persons

Summary
Includes entities that provide employment or services to formerly incarcerated persons in the preferred source exemption for purposes of state purchasing.
Issues: ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill prioritizes state contracts with entities employing formerly incarcerated persons, directly supporting reentry and reducing recidivism through employment opportunities.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill promotes employment for formerly incarcerated persons through state purchasing preferences, advancing labor inclusion and opportunity creation for a vulnerable workforce.92% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
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Governor
Introduced Jan 8, 2026 Last action Jan 8, 2026
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Jan 8, 2026
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Jeremy Cooney
DDemocratic/Working Families
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