Exempts certain property from the prohibition of alcohol sales within a certain distance of a church within the county of Washington, state of New York.
This bill allows criminal defendants in Oswego County to appear in court via electronic means instead of being physically present, provided the court approves and the defendant agrees. The law requires that the county's chief court administrator has authorized this option and that the defendant explicitly consents to the electronic appearance at the start of each session. By amending the state's criminal procedure code, the measure expands a list of counties where remote court appearances are permitted, aiming to increase flexibility in handling criminal cases.
This bill extends the deadline for the Town of Huntington to claim a specific piece of real property from the state by one year. It allows the town seven years from the act's effective date to apply for the land and make improvements, rather than the previous six-year limit. If the town fails to apply or complete improvements within this new timeframe, the property will automatically revert to state ownership. The legislation directly affects the Town of Huntington and the state commissioner of transportation by modifying the timeline for this land transfer.
This bill extends the expiration date of a residential-commercial property tax exemption program to September 23, 2027. The program allows property owners in specific counties to qualify for tax reductions when they convert residential buildings into commercial spaces. By amending the existing real property tax law, the legislation ensures that these tax benefits remain available for a longer period. The change applies directly to property owners in the participating counties who utilize the exemption.
This bill extends the deadline for a specific data reporting requirement related to child welfare preventive services from September 1, 2024, to September 1, 2027. The change directly affects state agencies responsible for collecting and submitting information on these services under the Social Services Law. By amending an existing statute, the legislation ensures that the current reporting framework remains in place for an additional three years without interruption. Once signed into law, the provision takes effect immediately and supersedes the previous expiration date.
This bill authorizes the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York to provide financing to the Mary Cariola Children's Center Inc. in Rochester. By amending existing state laws, the legislation adds this specific organization to a list of eligible private not-for-profit schools that can receive funding for facility construction and improvements. The measure also includes other similar child-serving organizations, such as Green Chimneys and Windham Lawn Home for Children, to ensure they have access to the same financial resources. Once signed into law, the change takes effect immediately, allowing the center to apply for and receive these funds.
This bill removes the requirement for assistant public defenders in Essex County to live within the county, allowing them to reside in any neighboring county in New York instead. It applies specifically to assistant public defenders while maintaining the residency rule for the first assistant public defender and other county attorney roles. The change is designed to expand the pool of eligible candidates for these legal positions without altering the duties of the office.
This bill expands the area in the town of Harrison where a residential parking permit system can be implemented to address traffic congestion and safety hazards. It updates state vehicle laws to include new geographic boundaries, covering additional neighborhoods and specific streets beyond the previously authorized zones. The legislation also modifies a requirement that at least 15% of parking spaces within the permit area must be available for short-term use by nonresidents. Once signed into law, these changes immediately allow the town to issue permits in the newly designated locations.
Waives the local residency requirement for the village clerk and village treasurer in the village of Portville by permitting such public officers to reside within Cattaraugus county or an adjoining county within the State of New York.
Authorizes the commissioner of environmental conservation to enter into contracts for the lease or use of state lands for the purpose of maple tree tapping and sap production for a term of up to, but not to exceed, ten years.
This bill allows certain criminal defendants in Delaware, Otsego, and Schoharie counties to appear in court electronically instead of being physically present, provided the judge approves it. The law requires that the court's chief administrator has authorized electronic appearances and that the defendant agrees to this method after speaking with their lawyer. Consent must be given on the record at the start of each electronic appearance, and this rule applies only to hearings or trials, not to the initial trial itself. The measure expands on existing rules that already permit remote appearances in many other New York counties.
This bill amends state law to rename the Young Farmer Advisory Board on Agriculture to the Beginning Farmer Advisory Board on Agriculture, thereby broadening its scope to include a wider range of early-career agricultural operators. The legislation expands the board's membership from twenty to twenty-five members and adjusts appointment processes to ensure representation from diverse sectors, including urban farming, veterans, underrepresented groups, and various service providers. Key provisions require the board to meet twice a year, produce biennial reports on policy issues affecting beginning farmers, and offer advice to state agencies on programs related to land access, capital, and economic development. The board members serve without salary but receive travel expense reimbursements, and the act takes effect immediately upon signing.
