Provides that when property, regardless of its nature and value, is taken from the person of another and the victim is 65 years of age or older or such property is obtained by extortion and the victim is 65 years of age or older, such crimes shall be grand larceny in the third degree and subject to a class D felony.
Directs the public service commission to conduct a full cost benefit analysis of the technical and economic feasibility of renewable energy systems in the state of New York and to compare such directly with other methods of electricity generation; makes certain changes relating to greenhouse gas emissions limits.
This bill (A 2291) requires public utility authorities (like water, gas, or electric providers operating under state law) to get approval from the state legislature before increasing existing rates or fees, or creating new ones. It directly affects these utility authorities by preventing them from unilaterally changing customer costs. The key provision mandates that any rate or fee change must be reviewed and approved by the state legislature first. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.
This bill creates a new felony offense, "endangering the welfare of a child in the first degree," which is punishable by a class D felony. It applies to individuals who knowingly act in ways that create a foreseeable risk of serious physical injury or long-term emotional harm to a child under 17, or to those with prior convictions for the existing misdemeanor-level "endangering the welfare of a child in the second degree." The current second-degree offense (a class A misdemeanor) covers less severe conduct, such as failing to prevent a child from being abused, neglected, or exposed to danger. The bill also updates related provisions, including a defense for religious treatment of illness and civil claims for sexual offenses.
Enacts the "wireless security enforcement act" to prohibit the sale of wireless signal jammer devices; defines terms; provides that a person is guilty of prohibited use of a wireless signal jammer device if they engage in the possession, manufacture, importation, marketing, or sale of wireless signal jammer devices; requires restitution.
Prohibits the participation of certain animals in traveling animal acts; prohibits the department of environmental conservation from issuing permits or licenses allowing participation of certain animals in traveling animal acts; excludes certain permanent performing institutions; imposes a civil penalty not to exceed $1000 for a violation.
This bill (A 6133) establishes a mandatory 2-year warranty for new consumer goods purchased in New York State with a price of $500 or more per unit. It requires manufacturers to repair or replace defective items at no cost to the consumer if problems persist after a reasonable number of attempts, or if the item is inoperable for 30+ days during the warranty period. Consumers must report issues to the manufacturer within 2 years, and manufacturers must respond within 7 days to initial reports or 20 days to refusal notices. The law also mandates a clear "Consumer Goods Bill of Rights" notice for these items, outlining rights to free repairs, replacements, or refunds for substantial defects, while allowing manufacturers to deny claims for abuse, neglect, or unauthorized modifications.
This bill creates two programs to support dentists practicing in underserved areas of New York. It allocates $1.2 million annually (2025-2028) for loan repayment, covering up to 8 dentists trained in teaching hospitals and others working in underserved communities, with a 3-year practice commitment. An additional $3 million annually funds practice support, offering up to $70,000 per year for private practice or $50,000 for other settings, prioritizing dentists from teaching hospitals. Funding is distributed regionally (1/3 to NYC, 2/3 statewide) without competitive bidding. The programs target general/pediatric dentists and aim to address shortages in communities determined by the commissioner.
This bill (A 4464) creates New York's Legislative Sunset Advisory Commission to review state agencies every ten years. The commission, composed of legislative leaders and appointed members, evaluates agencies using 13 specific criteria - such as efficiency, duplication with other agencies, and public impact - to determine if they should be continued, reformed, abolished, or consolidated. It must submit annual reports with binding recommendations to the governor and legislature by December 31st, including fiscal impact estimates, and requires agencies to notify employees of potential changes. This process directly affects all state agencies and their employees by subjecting their continued existence to periodic review.
This bill requires individuals arrested for domestic violence to forfeit any posted bail if they later violate an existing order of protection. It directly affects people charged with domestic violence offenses who breach protection orders issued under various state laws or valid out-of-state orders. The key provision automatically cancels bail upon violation, without requiring a separate court hearing for forfeiture. The law covers protection orders from multiple legal sources, including domestic relations law and family court act provisions. This changes the process by making bail forfeiture automatic upon violation of the order.
Prohibits funding for SUNY, CUNY or community colleges which, directly or indirectly, permit terrorist organizations on campus; provides that the state university trustees adopt rules and regulations that any student group or student organization that receives funding from the state university of New York that directly or indirectly promotes, encourages, advocates, or permits any terrorist advocacy or activities on campuses, shall be ineligible for funding, including funding from student activity fee proceeds.
This bill requires New York state agencies to stop contracting with companies investing over $20 million annually in Russia's energy sector (including oil, gas, and nuclear power). It mandates that state agencies verify contractors are not listed on a publicly posted "divestment list" of such companies, which the commissioner must create and update every 180 days. Companies on the list lose eligibility for state contracts unless they cease investments or qualify for specific exemptions (e.g., pre-existing contracts or critical needs). The law applies to all state procurement, including construction and services, and gives companies 90 days to contest inclusion on the list.
