New York S09329 raises legislator compensation to $180,000 starting January 1, 2028, with annual CPI-U adjustments.

New York S09329 amends the legislative law to increase the annual salary of state legislators to $180,000 starting January 1, 2028. Each year thereafter, the salary will be adjusted based on the percentage increase in the consumer price index for all urban consumers (CPI-U). If the CPI-U shows no increase or a decrease, the salary will not be reduced. The bill aims to ensure competitive and transparent compensation to attract qualified candidates and support ethical governance.

New York S09329 raises legislator compensation to $180,000 starting January 1, 2028, with annual CPI-U adjustments.

New York S09329 amends the legislative law to increase the annual salary of state legislators to $180,000 starting January 1, 2028. Each year thereafter, the salary will be adjusted based on the percentage increase in the consumer price index for all urban consumers (CPI-U). If the CPI-U shows no increase or a decrease, the salary will not be reduced. The bill aims to ensure competitive and transparent compensation to attract qualified candidates and support ethical governance.