Corporate bylaws are required by state law in New York, but you don't need to file your bylaws with the NY Department of State. The law stipulates that your bylaws must be adopted by your incorporators during your company's initial organization meeting.
There's plenty of work that goes into writing bylaws, so let's break down what you need to get writing! Research. Form a committee. Create the structure. Outline your organization's key roles and responsibilities. Establish your meeting rules. Define your membership. Address finances. Outline the amendment process.