This bill is a ceremonial resolution that honors the 58th anniversary of Stevener's Backhoe Service, a family-owned excavation and site development company in the Mohawk Valley. It recognizes the business's long history, starting from its founding in 1968 by Glenn Stevener and its continued operation by the third generation of the family. The resolution formally pauses legislative proceedings to offer congratulations and gratitude to the Stevener family and their employees for their decades of service to the community. Finally, the bill directs that a copy of this acknowledgment be sent to the company.
This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially recognize October 6, 2026, as Coaches Day in the state. It directly affects coaches and organizations by formally acknowledging their role in teaching athletes and life lessons. The measure aligns with the existing National Coaches Day and highlights the importance of quality coaching for youth development. No new laws or funding are created; the bill serves only as a ceremonial proclamation.
This bill is a resolution that formally recognizes the 65th Annual Floyd Field Days in the Town of Floyd, New York. It honors the Floyd Volunteer Fire Department and its volunteers for their long-standing service to the community since 1961. The resolution does not change any laws or create new programs but instead serves as an official statement of appreciation from the legislative body. A copy of this resolution will be sent to the fire department to acknowledge their contributions.
This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially declare September 2026 as Recovery Month in the state. The resolution aligns with the national observance of the same name, which focuses on raising awareness about substance use treatment and mental health services. By adopting this measure, the legislature intends to honor individuals in recovery and the service providers who support them. The bill is a ceremonial action that does not create new laws or allocate funding but rather serves to recognize the importance of behavioral health support.
Assembly Resolution K 1549 formally recognizes June 19, 2026, as the sixth annual Juneteenth Day in New York State. This symbolic resolution commemorates the end of slavery in the United States and honors the historical significance of the date. The measure directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings for the occasion and sends a copy of the text to the New York Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic, and Asian Legislative Caucus. As a commemorative act, it does not alter laws or create new legal requirements.
This bill authorizes the village of Johnson City to create and collect a new tax on hotel and motel room rentals. Under the proposed law, the tax rate would be capped at three percent of the per diem rental rate and could be collected by the village's fiscal officer or passed directly to room owners for collection. The revenue generated from this tax would be deposited into the village's general fund for any lawful purpose. The legislation includes specific exemptions for government entities, certain non-profit organizations, and permanent residents who stay for at least thirty consecutive days. Additionally, the bill outlines procedures for filing tax returns, appealing tax assessments, and limits the duration of any enacted tax to a maximum of two years.
This bill proposes changing how judges are selected for New York City's family court and city-wide criminal courts. Currently, the mayor appoints family court judges without needing approval, but this legislation would require the mayor to get consent from the city council before making those appointments. For criminal court judges, the bill suggests they would be elected by voters instead of appointed by the mayor, while family court judges would remain appointed with council approval. The changes aim to alter the existing appointment process to include more oversight or public participation in selecting these judges.
Authorizes the Power House Church to file an application for a real property tax exemption with the county of Nassau assessor for all applicable taxes from the 2023 and 2024 assessment rolls.
Establishes a task force to study and make recommendations on chronic absenteeism at public schools in the state of New York; establishes reporting requirements.
This bill regulates the pet insurance industry by establishing clear definitions for terms like preexisting conditions, chronic illnesses, and wellness programs. It requires insurers to explicitly disclose coverage limits, exclusions, and how they calculate claim payments to ensure consumers understand their policies. The legislation also mandates a 30-day "free look" period allowing buyers to return a policy for a full refund if they are not satisfied, provided no claims have been filed. Additionally, the bill sets rules for how insurers must present these definitions and policy details on their websites to improve transparency.
Authorizes the town of Clarkstown in Rockland county to lease certain lands used as parklands to Homeland Towers, LLC for the purposes of installing a cellular tower.
Allows a real property tax exemption for dwelling units constructed for senior citizens or disabled persons receiving social security disability benefits.
