Local Government
Senate
The Local Government Committee focuses on legislation affecting the governance and operations of counties, cities, towns, and villages outside New York City. Its oversight includes local finance, home rule, intermunicipal cooperation, municipal charters, shared services, and strengthening the autonomy of local governments.
The committee’s authority includes General Municipal Law, Town Law, Village Law, County Law, and relevant sections of Real Property Tax Law, as well as statutes regulating local government finance and home rule powers.
Senator Monica R. Martinez serves as Chair for 2025. The committee typically has about 7–9 members and meets during the legislative session, with schedules and membership rosters posted on the Senate’s website.
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