§ 6. Mode of choosing state officers if not otherwise provided. If the law shall not otherwise provide the mode of choosing a state officer, he shall be appointed by the governor by and with the advice and consent of the senate.

Terms Used In N.Y. Public Officers Law 6

  • Advice and consent: Under the Constitution, presidential nominations for executive and judicial posts take effect only when confirmed by the Senate, and international treaties become effective only when the Senate approves them by a two-thirds vote.