Contact: Michael Fraser, (518) 455-3751
"I am encouraged that the Senate has passed legislation that would place term limits on legislative leadership positions - a measure I have called for in the Assembly and an important step in finally changing the culture in Albany.
Limiting the years of service on leadership positions eliminates the accumulation and stranglehold on power that develops over time. It facilitates new ideas and perspectives within each Chamber and provides for more diverse representation to the people of New York State. I have sponsored legislation (A.1571, Kolb) that implements leadership term limits, and the Majority Conference has introduced a same-as bill in support (A.7026, Galef). Combined with the Senate's recent action, we have the opportunity to pass this legislation and put it in front of the Governor before the end of session.
This step is long overdue. All legislative conferences are on board with this initiative. There is no reason to further delay the enactment of this meaningful government reform."