New York Bills

passed · New York · Assembly Apr 29, 2026

K 1245: Honoring Joseph Emminger upon the occasion of his retirement after 20 years of distinguished service to the town of Tonawanda, New York

This bill is a resolution that formally honors Joseph Emminger as he retires after twenty years of service to the Town of Tonawanda, New York. It recognizes his career progression from Town Councilman to supervisor and highlights specific achievements, such as managing the closure of a rubber facility and overseeing environmental cleanup projects. The resolution also acknowledges community improvements he oversaw, including upgrades to local parks and recreational facilities. Ultimately, the bill directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to pay tribute to Emminger and sends a copy of the document to him.

passed · New York · Assembly Apr 29, 2026

K 1241: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim July 23, 2026, as Egyptian Heritage Day in the State of New York

This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially declare July 23, 2026, as Egyptian Heritage Day to honor the state's Egyptian American community. The resolution highlights the cultural contributions of Egyptian Americans and celebrates diplomatic ties between the United States and Egypt, noting landmarks like the Temple of Dendur in New York City. It does not create new laws or change government policies but serves as a symbolic gesture to recognize ethnic diversity and foster ethnic pride. Copies of the resolution will be sent to the Governor, the Egyptian Consul General, and local Egyptian organizations.

passed · New York · Assembly Apr 29, 2026

K 1239: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2, 2026, as Polonia Day in the State of New York

This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially recognize May 2, 2026, as Polonia Day, also known as Polish National Flag Day. The resolution honors the Polish community in New York State by acknowledging their historical contributions and cultural heritage, particularly in Western New York. It directs the Governor to issue a proclamation and sends copies of the bill to Polish-American organizations across the state. This measure is a commemorative action that does not change laws or create new government programs.

passed · New York · Assembly Apr 29, 2026

A 10393: Defines satisfaction of judgment and authorizing satisfactions to be filed on affirmation

Defines the term "satisfaction" in relation to the satisfaction of judgments; allows satisfaction of judgments to be filed by affirmation rather than after notarization; increases the time during which attorneys may file satisfaction of judgment from ten to twenty years; clarifies that the twenty-day time limit applicable to filing satisfactions of judgment is measured in business days.

passed · New York · Senate Apr 29, 2026

S 200: Provides for the revocation of a person's driver's license who has been convicted of operating a vessel while under the influence of alcohol or drugs

Provides for the revocation of a person's driver's license who has been convicted of operating a vessel while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

passed · New York · Assembly Apr 29, 2026

A 6021: Establishes the blue-ribbon commission on the future of New York state's service delivery system for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities act; repealer

Establishes the "blue-ribbon commission on the future of New York state's service delivery system for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities act" to conduct a study and prepare a report to examine, evaluate and make recommendations for systemic reforms to ensure a sustainable set of supports and services that meets the evolving needs of all individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof.

passed · New York · Senate Apr 29, 2026

S 2633: Relates to the impact of hospital closures on healthcare access in the state

This bill directs New York's Department of Health to create a detailed report on how hospital closures affect healthcare access across the state. The report, due by April 2026, will collect specific data including hospital locations, bed availability, patient demographics (like insurance status and income levels), financial details of closing facilities, and travel times to nearby hospitals. It will identify "distressed healthcare zones" at risk of future closures and require updated reports every three years. The findings will inform future healthcare funding decisions and certificate-of-need processes, with the final report publicly posted online.

passed · New York · Assembly Apr 29, 2026

A 8017: Increases the weight limits for vehicles powered primarily by electric battery power and other fuels

Provides that a vehicle or a combination of vehicles operated by an engine fueled primarily by means of natural gas, propane gas, or hydrogen or powered primarily by means of electric battery power may exceed certain weight limits by up to two thousand pounds.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Transportation

passed · New York · Senate Apr 29, 2026

S 1982: Relates to the completion of training requirements for sheriffs and undersheriffs

Relates to the completion of training requirements for sheriffs and undersheriffs; directs the municipal police training council to promulgate rules and regulations relating to qualification for municipal police forces for persons who were previously sworn members of the state police and to provide certificates to such persons who meet such qualifications.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

passed · New York · Assembly Apr 29, 2026

A 2589: Waives state's sovereign immunity to liability under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and certain other federal acts

Waives the state's sovereign immunity in state and federal courts with regard to liability for violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Fair Labor Standards Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and the Family and Medical Leave Act; waives the immunity of all instrumentalities and political subdivisions of the state.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Labor & Employment

Anna Kelles (D) · 18 co-sponsors

passed both · New York · Senate Apr 29, 2026

S 2264: Requires subsidiaries of certain transportation authorities and their employees to submit all unresolvable contract negotiations to binding arbitration

This bill requires subsidiaries of major New York transportation authorities (including MTA, NYCT, and upstate agencies like Niagara Frontier and Rochester-Genesee) and their employee unions to use binding arbitration for unresolved contract negotiations. If talks fail to reach agreement, the dispute must be referred to a three-member panel: one appointed by the employer, one by the union, and a neutral chair selected jointly. Both sides share the cost of the neutral member, and the process must conclude within 12 days. The bill directly affects transportation workers and their unions represented under these authorities, aiming to resolve labor disputes without strikes or work stoppages.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

passed · New York · Senate Apr 29, 2026

S 6494: Requires health insurance policies to include coverage for doula services as required coverage for maternity care

This bill requires all health insurance policies in New York to cover doula services as part of mandated maternity care. It directly affects health insurers and policyholders by adding doulas (non-medical birth support professionals) to the list of covered services alongside hospital stays and midwife care. The key provision amends insurance law to mandate that maternity coverage includes doula services for at least 48 hours post-birth (or 96 hours for C-sections), without duplicating physician or midwife services already provided. This applies to all new, renewed, or modified policies issued 180 days after the law takes effect.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

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