Corporations, Authorities & Commissions
Senate
This committee handles legislation regarding public authorities, state commissions, corporations (including utilities, transit, and public benefit corporations), and transparency and accountability in their operations. It is central to regulating entities responsible for public infrastructure and essential services.
Its legal authority encompasses Public Authorities Law (state and local public authorities), Transportation Corporations Law (utilities and transit), Business Corporation Law, Not-for-Profit Corporation Law, and sections of State Finance Law and Education Law as relevant.
The chair is from the majority, with a minority ranking member. The committee normally includes about 13–15 senators and meets regularly throughout the session, as listed on the Senate website.
This Committee Page is brought to you by Your Business Here.