Bill A 8170 grants Michael Posillico retroactive membership in the New York State and Local Employees' Retirement System. This allows him to be considered a member of that system as of May 6, 2002, with Tier IV status, if he files a request within one year. This change addresses his previous employment by the town of Brookhaven, where he did not join the system due to reasons beyond his control. The state of New York will cover all past service costs associated with this reclassification.
Establishes the biometric identifier privacy act; requires private entities in possession of biometric identifiers or biometric information to develop a written policy establishing a retention schedule and guidelines for permanently destroying biometric identifiers and biometric information when the initial purpose for collecting or obtaining such identifiers or information has been satisfied or within three years of the individual's last interaction with the private entity, whichever occurs first.
Requires child day care centers to have epinephrine devices and staff trained to use them on site in case of anaphylaxis or other severe allergic reaction.
Requires child day care centers to have epinephrine devices and staff trained to use them on site in case of anaphylaxis or other severe allergic reaction.
Establishes the "SNAP for students act" requiring the office of temporary and disability assistance to create informational materials to provide information regarding student eligibility for SNAP benefits and to provide digital versions of such materials to institutions of higher education in the state; requires institutions of higher education to notify students of their potential eligibility for SNAP benefits.
Requires merchants to round cash purchases to the nearest five cent denomination in order to encourage the reduction of the circulation of pennies within New York state.
Requires merchants to round cash purchases to the nearest five cent denomination in order to encourage the reduction of the circulation of pennies within New York state.
Adopts the psychology interjurisdictional compact to increase public access to psychological services by allowing telepsychological practice and temporary in-person services across state lines.
This bill requires all health insurance plans in New York to cover continuous blood glucose monitors (like Dexcom devices) and related diabetes management supplies for **all children** diagnosed with diabetes or other sugar disorders, as prescribed by a doctor. It mandates coverage for equipment including monitors, test strips, insulin pumps, and diabetes self-management education (such as dietary guidance and treatment training). The law applies to all insurance policies covering physician services or major medical care, regardless of the child's age. Coverage must include medically necessary items listed by the state health department and education provided by certified professionals, limited to specific medically necessary circumstances.
Enacts the "duty to intervene accountability act" which establishes criminal liability for correction officers who fail to intervene to prevent assaults on incarcerated individuals resulting in death or serious physical injury.
This bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes the 60th anniversary of Riverkeeper, an organization dedicated to protecting the Hudson River and New York's drinking water. It honors the group's history of fighting pollution since 1966 and highlights its ongoing work to improve water quality and restore the river's ecosystem. The resolution does not change any laws or allocate funds but instead expresses the state's gratitude and commits to sending a copy of the document to Riverkeeper.
This Senate resolution commemorates the 10th anniversary of the Corning Rugby Club, a nonprofit youth sports organization in the Southern Tier of New York. The bill formally recognizes the club's achievements, including its status as the first youth rugby program in the region and its success in developing competitive teams for boys and girls. It directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to honor the club and authorizes sending copies of the resolution to its founders, Jack Kahabka and Robert McGee.
