This bill is a resolution that officially designates April 22, 2026, as the 4th Annual Honor Flight Day in New York State. It directly affects the Honor Flight Network and its volunteers, who organize trips for veterans to visit national memorials in Washington, D.C. The resolution acknowledges the service of New York veterans and commends the efforts of the organization's leadership and supporters. No new laws or funding are created; the text simply pauses legislative proceedings to honor the event and sends a copy of the resolution to the organization's executive officer.
This resolution requests that Governor Kathy Hochul officially designate April 2026 as Oral Cancer Awareness Month in New York. The measure does not alter state laws or allocate funds but aims to increase public awareness about the risks and symptoms of oral cancer. Following adoption, the resolution will be sent to the Governor for her proclamation.
This bill designates Friday, April 24, 2026, as Arbor Day in New York State to honor the tradition of tree planting and environmental stewardship. The resolution acknowledges the historical origins of Arbor Day, which began in Nebraska in 1872, and highlights the ecological benefits of trees, such as air purification, erosion control, and energy savings. By pausing legislative proceedings on this date, the assembly formally recognizes the efforts of citizens who plant and maintain trees in their communities.
This bill is a resolution that formally recognizes the 56th anniversary of Earth Day on April 22, 2026, in New York State. It does not create new laws or change any policies but instead expresses the legislature's appreciation for environmental efforts and encourages residents, businesses, and institutions to participate in sustainability initiatives. The resolution calls for a moment of pause during legislative proceedings to honor the day and acknowledges the importance of protecting natural resources for future generations.
This bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially declare April 12-18, 2026, as Public Safety Telecommunicators Week in New York State. The resolution honors the work of 9-1-1 dispatchers who provide critical support to police, fire, and medical services by handling emergency calls and giving pre-arrival instructions. The measure does not change laws or policies; it simply directs the governor to issue a proclamation recognizing these workers during the designated week.
This bill is a resolution that formally recognizes the 10th anniversary of the Broome County Regional Farmers Market. It directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to honor the market's milestone and instructs officials to send a copy of the resolution to the market organizers. The text highlights the market's role in connecting local residents with farmers and its efforts to support the regional food economy, but it does not create new laws or change any policies.
This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially recognize April 19-25, 2026, as Volunteer Week in the state. The measure is a symbolic resolution intended to honor and encourage residents to participate in community service during that week. It does not create new laws, assign funding, or change how government operates, but rather serves to acknowledge the importance of volunteerism. The text of the bill is transmitted to Governor Kathy Hochul for her signature as a formal proclamation.
This bill is a resolution that formally honors William "Whitey" Brown for his 65 years of service to the Waterville Fire Department. It recognizes his long tenure, which includes leadership roles as deputy chief and fire chief, as well as his continued active participation in firefighting at age 88. The resolution also acknowledges his additional contributions to the community, such as his military service and work as a code enforcement officer, and directs that a copy of the document be sent to him.
This bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially declare June 2026 as Caribbean Heritage Month in New York State. The resolution aims to honor the cultural contributions of Caribbean people and their descendants to New York's diverse community. It directs the governor to issue a formal proclamation for the month, following a similar tradition established at the federal level. Once signed, the governor will send a copy of the resolution to the state legislature to complete the process.
Prohibits the sale and distribution of anti-fogging sprays or wipes containing perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances; provides penalties for violations.
Requires all insurance policies and health maintenance organization contracts to provide coverage for maternity patients and their newborns for hospital stays of at least 48 hours following childbirth by natural delivery and 96 hours following childbirth by caesarean section; provides such coverage for patients who are recipients of medicaid.
Requires that a health care provider who administers an immunization to a person nineteen years of age or older must report such information to the department of health or to the New York city citywide immunization registry unless the person receiving the immunization objects to such reporting.
