New York Bills

passed · New York · Assembly May 4, 2026

A 11021: Relates to requiring the public service commission to provide certain information relating to a major change in rates on its website

Requires the public service commission to post a written summary of the actions taken by the commission or department upon approval of a major change in rates to promote ratepayer affordability and minimizing residential energy burden.

Topics ✓ Energy

passed · New York · Assembly May 4, 2026

A 11022: Relates to making widely available information on programs related to the hiring of veterans

Directs the department of veterans' services and the department of economic development to make available on their website information about federal and state programs available to businesses that employ veterans.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment ✓ Veterans

passed · New York · Assembly May 4, 2026

A 11023: Relates to the powers of the head of the office of mental health and the head of the office for people with developmental disabilities to promulgate rules regarding communications needs of non-English speakers

Relates to the powers of the head of the office of mental health and the head of the office for people with developmental disabilities to promulgate rules regarding communications needs of non-English speakers seeking or receiving services; includes the provision of language services and documents in English and the twelve most common non-English languages spoken by individuals in New York State based on United States census data.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · New York · Senate May 4, 2026

S 9835: Requires gas and electric corporations to provide thirty days' notice to customers whenever there is a service rate or charge increase

This legislation mandates that gas and electric utility companies provide written notice to customers at least thirty days before any service rate or charge increases take effect. The public service commission would be required to enforce this notification rule for all affected customers. The notice must specify that the higher cost will begin after the thirty-day period concludes. Should the bill pass, the requirement would become effective immediately upon enactment.

Topics ✓ Energy

passed · New York · Assembly May 4, 2026

A 10642: Relates to the cancellation of contracts for health club services

Relates to the cancellation of contracts for health club services; provides that for a contract for service due for renewal on a monthly basis, the health club shall accept cancellation of renewal if such request is made up to the day before such renewal takes effect; relates to the mechanisms through which a health club shall accept notice of cancellation and offer cancellation.

passed · New York · Assembly May 4, 2026

A 10181: Directs the commissioner of motor vehicles to conduct a study of official inspection stations, safety inspections and fees

Directs the commissioner of motor vehicles to conduct a study to examine and update the requirements of safety inspections conducted to ensure the operational safety of all motor vehicles; requires a report; makes related provisions.

Topics ✓ Transportation

passed · New York · Assembly May 4, 2026

A 9575: Requires annual reports to the governor and the legislature by the franchise oversight board

This bill requires New York's Franchise Oversight Board to submit an annual report to the governor and legislature by December 31st each year. The report must detail the board's activities, analyze the financial performance of thoroughbred racing and wagering operations, verify compliance with franchise agreements and regulations, identify industry challenges, and provide specific legislative recommendations. It directly affects the oversight of New York's thoroughbred racing industry by mandating transparent, structured reporting. The bill does not change current laws but establishes a formal process for the board to evaluate and advise on industry policy.

passed · New York · Assembly May 4, 2026

A 9326: Grants uniformed court officers in the village of Sag Harbor in Suffolk county peace officer status

This bill would grant peace officer status to uniformed court officers employed by the Village of Sag Harbor in Suffolk County under New York State law. It amends the Criminal Procedure Law to specifically include these officers in the definition of peace officers, allowing them to perform related duties. However, it explicitly states they cannot carry or possess firearms without a separate license under the Penal Law. The bill is currently pending referral to the Codes committee and would take effect immediately upon enactment.

passed · New York · Senate May 4, 2026

S 3111: Permits schools to allow fire departments to make a recruitment presentation in a high school

Permits the principal of any high school to allow any local fire department, upon request, to enter the school for the purpose of fire department junior recruitment, including, but not limited to: making presentations; disseminating literature; and answering questions by students.

passed · New York · Senate May 4, 2026

S 2050: Relates to the terms of office of commissioners of elections

S 2050 changes the term length for election commissioners from two to four years, starting January 1 of each odd-numbered year. This applies to most counties, with specific exceptions: New York City and Schenectady County already have four-year terms, and other counties can choose to adopt four-year terms through their local legislative bodies. The bill modifies the election law to establish this new term structure, replacing the previous two-year term. The change takes effect for elections occurring on or after November 1, 2026.

passed · New York · Senate May 4, 2026

S 2458: Provides the New York city water board shall not establish a limit of less than six years to challenge any service charges for the use of or services furnished by the water board

Provides the NYC water board shall not establish a limit of less than six years to challenge any fee, rate, rent or other service charges for the use of or services furnished by the water board and/or sewerage systems.

passed both · New York · Senate May 4, 2026

S 78: Requires colleges, universities, professional, proprietary, and graduate schools to provide a notice of tuition liability policies

Requires colleges, universities, professional, proprietary and graduate schools to provide written notice to all students of the institution's tuition liability policy.

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