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Senate committee advances bill to create regulatory 'nexus' to help small businesses navigate rules

New York State Senate Committee on Commerce, Economic Development and Small Business · March 4, 2026
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Summary

Senate Bill 7332, sponsored by Senator Chris Ryan, would require certain agencies to provide regulatory information to small businesses through a 'small business regulatory nexus' to improve transparency; the committee reported the bill to the calendar after members reiterated support for cutting red tape.

Senate Bill 7332, sponsored by Senator Chris Ryan, was presented as a measure to improve regulatory transparency by establishing a "small business regulatory nexus" through which agencies would provide regulatory information to small businesses.

Committee members expressed broad support, saying the bill would "cut through the red tape" and help regulated businesses understand compliance requirements. Senator Burrell moved the bill and Senator Mearney seconded; the committee voted to report the bill to the calendar.

On the record, members noted the bill had passed in the prior year and urged its re-approval. The committee did not record additional amendments or fiscal notes during this session; the bill will proceed via the calendar for further consideration.