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| name = New York State Assembly | | name = New York State Assembly | ||
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| house_type = Lower house | | house_type = Lower house | ||
| body = New York State Legislature | | body = [[New York State Legislature]] | ||
| term_limits = None | | term_limits = None | ||
| | | foundation = 1777 | ||
| leader1_type = Speaker | | leader1_type = Speaker | ||
| leader1 = [[Carl Heastie]] | | leader1 = [[Carl E. Heastie]] | ||
| | | leader1_party = [[Democratic Party (United States)|Democratic]] | ||
| leader2_type = Majority Leader | | leader2_type = Majority Leader | ||
| leader2 = [[Crystal Peoples-Stokes]] | | leader2 = [[Crystal Peoples-Stokes]] | ||
| | | leader2_party = [[Democratic Party (United States)|Democratic]] | ||
| leader3_type = Minority Leader | | leader3_type = Minority Leader | ||
| leader3 = [[William | | leader3 = [[William A. Barclay]] | ||
| | | leader3_party = [[Republican Party (United States)|Republican]] | ||
| members = 150 | | members = 150 | ||
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| | | voting_system1 = [[First-past-the-post]] | ||
| last_election1 = November 8, 2022 | |||
| next_election1 = November 5, 2024 | |||
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| meeting_place = [[New York State Capitol]], [[Albany, New York | | session_alt = | ||
| meeting_place = [[New York State Capitol]], [[Albany, New York]] | |||
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The '''New York State Assembly''' is the | The '''New York State Assembly''' is the lower house of the [[New York State Legislature]], the legislative branch of the government of the [[U.S. state]] of [[New York (state)|New York]]. It is composed of 150 members, each elected to two-year terms without term limits. The Assembly convenes at the [[New York State Capitol]] in [[Albany, New York]]. | ||
== History == | ==History== | ||
The New York State Assembly was established in 1777, following the adoption of the first [[New York State Constitution]]. It | The New York State Assembly was established in 1777, following the adoption of the first [[New York State Constitution]]. It was modeled after the [[British House of Commons]] and was part of the bicameral legislature, which also includes the [[New York State Senate]]. The Assembly has played a crucial role in shaping the laws and policies of New York State throughout its history. | ||
== | ==Structure and Function== | ||
The Assembly is | The Assembly is responsible for drafting and passing legislation, which must also be approved by the [[New York State Senate]] and signed by the [[Governor of New York]] to become law. The Assembly has the power to initiate revenue bills and articles of impeachment. | ||
===Leadership=== | |||
The Assembly is led by the [[Speaker of the New York State Assembly|Speaker]], who is elected by the members of the Assembly. The Speaker is responsible for presiding over sessions, appointing committee chairs, and guiding the legislative agenda. The current Speaker is [[Carl E. Heastie]]. | |||
Other key leadership positions include the [[Majority Leader]], who is responsible for managing the legislative process on the floor, and the [[Minority Leader]], who leads the opposition party. | |||
These committees review | ===Committees=== | ||
The Assembly operates through a system of committees, each focusing on specific areas such as finance, health, education, and transportation. These committees review bills, hold hearings, and make recommendations to the full Assembly. | |||
== Legislative Process == | ==Legislative Process== | ||
The legislative process in the Assembly | The legislative process in the Assembly begins with the introduction of a bill by a member. The bill is then assigned to a committee for review. If approved by the committee, the bill is debated and voted on by the full Assembly. If it passes, it is sent to the [[New York State Senate]] for consideration. | ||
== | ==Elections== | ||
Assembly | Members of the Assembly are elected every two years in [[first-past-the-post]] elections. The elections are held in even-numbered years, with the next election scheduled for November 5, 2024. | ||
== | ==Also see== | ||
* [[New York State Senate]] | * [[New York State Senate]] | ||
* [[New York State Legislature]] | * [[New York State Legislature]] | ||
* [[Governor of New York]] | * [[Governor of New York]] | ||
* [[New York | * [[Politics of New York (state)]] | ||
* [[List of Speakers of the New York State Assembly]] | |||
* [[ | |||
{{New York State Government}} | |||
{{New York State | |||
[[Category:New York State Legislature]] | [[Category:New York State Legislature]] | ||
[[Category:State lower houses in the United States]] | [[Category:State lower houses in the United States]] | ||
[[Category:Government of New York (state)]] | [[Category:Government of New York (state)]] | ||
Latest revision as of 15:24, 9 December 2024
The New York State Assembly is the lower house of the New York State Legislature, the legislative branch of the government of the U.S. state of New York. It is composed of 150 members, each elected to two-year terms without term limits. The Assembly convenes at the New York State Capitol in Albany, New York.
History[edit]
The New York State Assembly was established in 1777, following the adoption of the first New York State Constitution. It was modeled after the British House of Commons and was part of the bicameral legislature, which also includes the New York State Senate. The Assembly has played a crucial role in shaping the laws and policies of New York State throughout its history.
Structure and Function[edit]
The Assembly is responsible for drafting and passing legislation, which must also be approved by the New York State Senate and signed by the Governor of New York to become law. The Assembly has the power to initiate revenue bills and articles of impeachment.
Leadership[edit]
The Assembly is led by the Speaker, who is elected by the members of the Assembly. The Speaker is responsible for presiding over sessions, appointing committee chairs, and guiding the legislative agenda. The current Speaker is Carl E. Heastie.
Other key leadership positions include the Majority Leader, who is responsible for managing the legislative process on the floor, and the Minority Leader, who leads the opposition party.
Committees[edit]
The Assembly operates through a system of committees, each focusing on specific areas such as finance, health, education, and transportation. These committees review bills, hold hearings, and make recommendations to the full Assembly.
Legislative Process[edit]
The legislative process in the Assembly begins with the introduction of a bill by a member. The bill is then assigned to a committee for review. If approved by the committee, the bill is debated and voted on by the full Assembly. If it passes, it is sent to the New York State Senate for consideration.
Elections[edit]
Members of the Assembly are elected every two years in first-past-the-post elections. The elections are held in even-numbered years, with the next election scheduled for November 5, 2024.
