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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 4527: Relates to the taxation of vapor products

Relates to the taxation of vapor products; provides for the licensing of vapor products distributors; imposes certain tax return filing requirements on vapor products distributors; provides for enforcement powers.
Leroy Comrie (D) · 8 co-sponsors
passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 2400: Requires the public service commission to consider the economic impact of utility rates and charges

Requires consideration of evidence relating to the economic impact of major increases of rates or charges upon consumers and the areas affected by such increases of rates or charges prior to approval of any such rates or charges; establishes minimum data to be considered by the public service commission relating to such economic impact.
Simcha Eichenstein (D) · 9 co-sponsors
passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 4473: Clarifies that the statutory damages available for certain wage violations are not punitive in nature and are designed to compensate workers

Clarifies that the statutory damages available for certain wage violations are not punitive in nature and are designed to be liquidated damages rather than penalties or to compensate workers for the employer's failure to prevent wage theft and for the harm to employees that results from such failure.
Jessica Ramos (D) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 8216: Establishes the senior center council; repealer

Establishes the senior center council for the purposes of providing a forum for discussion of challenges facing senior centers across the state and developing solutions; supports sharing of information regarding efficient and effective operation of senior centers in different areas around the state; encourages the spread of methods and programs with proven effectiveness; creates an environment for peer-to-peer support for senior centers across the state; offers recommendations for how the state can support senior centers and lower barriers to effective service delivery; offers recommendations on existing services and cost effective measures to ensure the long-term sustainability and viability of senior centers in all areas of the state; repeals certain provisions of law relating thereto.
Jordan Wright (D) · 1 co-sponsor
passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 6008: Dedicates a portion of the state highway system in the city of Buffalo, in Erie County, to the Fallen Skywalkers

This bill names a specific bridge on Route 5 in Buffalo (spanning from Fuhrmann Boulevard to Church Street/Delaware Avenue) as the "Fallen Skywalkers Memorial Bridge." It requires the state transportation commissioner to install ceremonial signage for the bridge but explicitly states the official highway name will not change. The bill has no policy substance beyond this naming designation and is purely commemorative. It passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and was referred to the Assembly for further consideration.
April Baskin (D) · 1 co-sponsor
passed both · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 3610: Establishes the rural suicide prevention council

Establishes the rural suicide prevention council to identify barriers to mental health and substance use treatment and prevention services and other policies, practices, resources, services, and potential legislation that aim to reduce death by suicide and suicide attempts and acknowledge the demographic and cultural differences in rural communities; makes related provisions.
Pam Helming (R) · 12 co-sponsors
in committee · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 7712: Designates dog control officers of the village of Holley, named by the village board as constables, as peace officers

This bill designates dog control officers in the village of Holley as peace officers. The village board has the discretion to also name these officers as constables. This change allows them to enforce specific agriculture and markets laws related to animals and issue appearance tickets for dog-related offenses. However, it explicitly states that this designation does not authorize them to carry firearms without obtaining a separate license.
Rob Ortt (R)
died · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 118: Relates to the dissemination of information pertaining to Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia through the NY Connects: Choices for Long Term Care program

S 118 creates a searchable public database of existing dementia and Alzheimer's disease support programs for elderly individuals (60+). The office of aging, working with the health department, will develop criteria to identify successful programs and maintain the database on its website. The database will include program names, descriptions, contact details, and service areas to help elderly individuals, families, and caregivers find local resources. It requires annual updates to ensure the information remains current and accessible. This bill directly affects elderly persons with dementia/Alzheimer's and the service providers offering support in community settings.
Cordell Cleare (D) · 8 co-sponsors
passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 8426: Prevents discrimination by insurers based on an individual's mental health or substance use disorder

Prevents discrimination by insurers based on an individual's mental health or substance use disorder; incorporates into law federal enforcement rules set forth in the federal mental health parity and addiction equity act of 2008.
Samra Brouk (D) · 10 co-sponsors
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