Government Operations
Assembly
The New York State Assembly Governmental Operations Committee reviews and advances legislation impacting the structure, efficiency, and transparency of New York’s state government and affiliated public authorities. Its focus includes government reorganization, performance and accountability, procurement and contracting, public records and open meetings, minority and women-owned business development, and the state’s response to emergencies and regulatory reforms. The committee exists to strengthen government operations, promote transparency, and enhance the delivery of public services while holding agencies and authorities to high ethical and operational standards.
The Committee has authority over Executive Law (governing state agencies, commissions, and emergency management), State Finance Law (procurement and contracting), Public Officers Law (public ethics, Open Meetings Law, and Freedom of Information Law), General Municipal Law, and related statutes underpinning the organization of state government.
Assembly Member John T. McDonald III serves as Chair, with the Ranking Member representing the minority party. The committee is composed of about 20 members and typically meets on Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m. during the legislative session. The membership roster and the most current meeting schedule are posted on the official Assembly website.
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