ALBANY, NY — The New York State Assembly passed legislation today sponsored by Assemblyman Aron Wieder (D-Rockland) that expands residency options for correction officers at local jails in Rockland and Orange counties.

Assembly Bill A10080B amends the Public Officers Law to allow correction officers and related personnel to reside in Rockland or Orange counties, or in any New York county directly bordering either one. Current officers employed as of April 4, 2026, may also live within a 45-mile radius of the counties.

Wieder introduced the measure to address retention challenges facing the two county facilities. Local sheriffs supported the change, citing difficulties in keeping experienced staff under the previous county-only residency rule.

“This bill provides a targeted solution to help our jails retain qualified staff while maintaining strong ties to the community,” Wieder said.

The bill, which has bipartisan co-sponsors including Assemblymembers Patrick Carroll, Anil Beephan Jr., Jaime Williams, Chris Eachus, Karl Brabenec and Paula Kay, now heads to the Senate. A companion measure (S9020C) is advancing there.

If enacted, the changes would take effect immediately and apply specifically to Rockland and Orange counties.

Wieder’s office noted the legislation responds directly to concerns raised by correction officers and county law enforcement leaders.