New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A08116

Introduced
5/1/25  
Refer
5/1/25  
Report Pass
5/28/25  
Refer
5/28/25  
Report Pass
5/29/25  
Engrossed
5/29/25  
Refer
5/29/25  
Engrossed
6/10/25  
Enrolled
11/3/25  
Chaptered
11/12/25  

Caption

Relates to the powers of the Syracuse regional airport authority; provides that the Syracuse regional airport authority shall determine which positions, with the exception of all police positions, shall be in the exempt class of civil service.

Impact

The changes enacted by A08116 could significantly impact the governance structure of the Syracuse regional airport authority. By having the authority itself determine classification of positions, it would allow the airport to tailor staffing to its unique needs without the constraints imposed by standardized civil service classifications. This approach could lead to improved performance and responsiveness in managing airport services and operations, which is crucial given the evolving nature of airport management and the increasing complexity of air travel requirements.

Summary

Bill A08116 proposes amendments to the public authorities law specifically concerning the Syracuse regional airport authority. The focus of this legislation is to grant the authority the ability to determine which positions, aside from police positions, should be classified as part of the exempt class of civil service. The intention is to offer greater flexibility in hiring and management decisions for the airport authority, which may allow for more efficient operations and the ability to swiftly adapt to changes in leadership or operational demands.

Contention

While the bill is aimed at enhancing operational efficiency, it may also raise concerns among civil service advocates who support the importance of standardized employee rights and protections. Critics may argue that allowing the airport authority to unilaterally define job classifications could lead to potential abuses in hiring practices and weaken job security for employees. Ensuring that positions remain transparently classified and that hiring practices uphold fairness and equality will be a point of contention among stakeholders as the bill progresses.

Companion Bills

NY S07548

Same As Relates to the powers of the Syracuse regional airport authority; provides that the Syracuse regional airport authority shall determine which positions, with the exception of all police positions, shall be in the exempt class of civil service.

Previously Filed As

NY S07548

Relates to the powers of the Syracuse regional airport authority; provides that the Syracuse regional airport authority shall determine which positions, with the exception of all police positions, shall be in the exempt class of civil service.

NY S08640

Provides that the civil service commission may determine that one in every thirty-six positions with duties which can be performed by persons with autism spectrum disorder.

NY A10315

Provides that the civil service commission may determine that one in every thirty-six positions with duties which can be performed by persons with autism spectrum disorder.

NY H5506

Pee Dee Regional Airport Authority

NY SB96

To Amend The Law Concerning Detachment By A Regional Airport Authority; And To Repeal Regional Airport Authority Detachment.

NY A06834

Relates to transportation services for the school districts of the cities of Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse and Yonkers.

NY S08574

Provides that notification of the approval of a STAR exemption be mailed to the applicant within thirty days of such determination.

NY A09240

Provides that notification of the approval of a STAR exemption be mailed to the applicant within thirty days of such determination.

NY A07989

Provides that where a board of cooperative educational services has made a provisional appointment to a position and no civil service examination for such position has been conducted within nine months of such appointment, the provisional appointment shall not expire and shall be considered permanent.

NY S08077

Authorizes students attending the Syracuse Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics high school, who participated in a high school athletic competition for a school district other than the Syracuse city school district in 7th and/or 8th grade, to be eligible for senior high school athletic competitions.

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