New York Bills

in committee · New York · Assembly Aug 5, 2026

A 11590: Relates to assignment from a decedent's estate to a transferee for value in exchange for cash or other consideration

Enacts certain provisions for the assignment from a decedent's estate to a transferee for value in exchange for cash or other consideration; requires certain conditions and a written agreement.

in committee · New York · Assembly Aug 5, 2026

A 149: Relates to epinephrine devices in schools

This bill changes the law to require all public and non-public schools in New York State to keep epinephrine devices on-site in every instructional facility. Previously, schools were only permitted to have these emergency medications, but this amendment makes their presence mandatory for any student or staff member experiencing anaphylactic symptoms. The state commissioner of education, working with the commissioner of health, will determine the specific types and quantities of devices needed to ensure ready access during emergencies.

Topics ✓ Education

signed · New York · Assembly Aug 5, 2026

A 9058: Requires biannual certification of cooling towers

This bill (A 9058) requires building owners with cooling towers in New York City to submit biannual certification reports - due in January and July each year - confirming towers were inspected, tested, cleaned, and disinfected per health department rules. It mandates weekly microbial testing during operational periods, with owners required to address test results within 24 hours for minor issues or 12 hours for serious health threats. The bill increases civil penalties for violations: $2,500 for a first offense (up from $2,000) and $7,000 for repeat violations (up from $5,000), with higher fines ($12,500) if violations cause fatalities or serious injuries. Building owners must maintain inspection records for ten years and implement required maintenance plans.

in committee · New York · Senate Aug 3, 2026

S 10672: Relates to disposal of radioactive waste

This bill amends New York's environmental conservation law to classify all waste containing source, byproduct, or special nuclear material as hazardous waste. The legislation removes a previous legal exclusion that had kept certain radioactive materials from being treated as hazardous waste under state regulations. This change directly affects entities responsible for managing and disposing of radioactive waste within the state, requiring them to comply with stricter hazardous waste handling standards. However, the bill includes a provision stating that this classification does not apply where federal law preempts the regulation or cleanup of such materials.

Topics ✓ Environment

in committee · New York · Senate Aug 3, 2026

S 10673: Enacts the Public Health Modernization Act

Directs the department to repeal subpart 24-2 of part 24 of title 10 of the New York Codes, Rules and Regulations in its entirety and promulgate new rules and regulations governing the licensing and operation of certain commercial establishments.

in committee · New York · Assembly Jul 31, 2026

A 11662: Relates to human-led instruction and artificial intelligence in schools

Prohibits humanoid robots and AI systems from being used in schools; provides limited exceptions; provides for student privacy protections; makes related provisions.

Topics ✗ Education ✗ Technology

signed · New York · Senate Jul 31, 2026

S 10384: Dedicates a portion of the state highway system to Patrick LaFortune Jr.

Dedicates a portion of the state highway system constituting state route nine-W within the town of Bethlehem, at the town line bordering the city of Albany until its intersection with Moriah road, to Patrick LaFortune Jr.

signed · New York · Assembly Jul 31, 2026

A 11349: Authorizes the town of Clarkstown to establish community preservation funds and to impose a real estate transfer tax; repealer

Authorizes the town of Clarkstown to establish community preservation funds and to impose a real estate transfer tax with revenues therefrom to be deposited in the community preservation fund; provides for the repeal of certain provisions upon expiration thereof.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Housing

signed · New York · Senate Jul 31, 2026

S 10598: Dedicates a portion of the state highway system to Trooper Gerard B. Kane

This bill designates a specific bridge over the Southern State Parkway in Islip as a memorial to Trooper Gerard B. Kane. The legislation requires the Department of Transportation to install signs honoring the trooper but explicitly states that the bridge's official name will not change. This measure serves as a ceremonial tribute rather than a legal renaming of the infrastructure.

Topics ✓ Veterans

signed · New York · Assembly Jul 31, 2026

A 11529: Relates to the bonding authority of the New York city housing development corporation

Increases the maximum aggregate principal amount of the outstanding notes and bonds of the New York city housing development corporation from twenty billion dollars to twenty-two billion dollars.

Topics ✓ Housing

signed · New York · Senate Jul 31, 2026

S 9878: Dedicates a portion of the state highway system to PFC Travis C. Krege

Dedicates a portion of the state highway system constituting the bridge on Cleveland Drive crossing interstate route 90 in the town of Cheektowaga, county of Erie, to PFC Travis C. Krege.

Topics ✓ Veterans

signed · New York · Senate Jul 31, 2026

S 9729: Dedicates a portion of the state highway system to Donald Roy McAnn

This bill designates a specific stretch of State Route 941-A in Greece, Monroe County, known as Latta Road, as the Donald Roy McAnn Memorial Highway. The legislation requires the state to install signs identifying the road with this dedication while explicitly stating that the official street name will not change to prevent confusion. This change is purely ceremonial and affects only the signage along this portion of the highway in the town of Greece.

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