New York State Archives and Records Administration. State Archivist.

The state's records management program was transferred to the Education Department in 1987 and combined with the archives to form the State Archives and Records Administration (SARA). SARA acquires and preserves state government archival records; provides records management services and training to state agencies and local governments; and promotes preservation and access to historical records statewide. The Office of Assistant Commissioner for Archives and Records Management develops and promotes programs and policies; approves records disposition schedules; and reviews all grants awarded under programs administered by SARA prior to final approval by the Commissioner of Education. The assistant commissioner chairs the State Historical Records Advisory Board (SHRAB).

The Archives Partnership Trust (APT) was established by legislative act in 1992 to ensure the survival and availability of archival records of New York's colonial and state government created prior to the opening of the New York State Archives in 1978.

Larry J. Hackman was New York State Archivist from 1981-1995. He was appointed Director of Archival Services and Records Management in 1987, and promoted as Assistant Commissioner for Archives and Records Administration in 1990. Until his resignation in July 1995, he held the latter position jointly with that of Executive Director of the Archives Partnership Trust (from 1992). He is a Fellow of the Society of American Archivists (SAA) and has served professional organizations including the Commission on Preservation and Access, the New York State Bar Association, Columbia University, and many other state, regional, and national associations.

The State Historical Records Advisory Board (SHRAB) coordinates historical records activities statewide and reviews grant applications to the National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC). The board was created in 1979 by Executive Order No. 38. Members are appointed by the governor.