New York Bills

passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 9736: Relates to certifying instructors in small arms practice

Relates to certifying instructors in small arms practice; provides that after December 31, 2028 individuals certified as an instructor in small arms practice shall seek recertification subject to the standards and curriculum promulgated by the division of criminal justice services.

passed both · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 9728: Relates to caregiver requirements for certain day care homes

This bill updates staffing rules for family and group day care homes to ensure more adults are present for very young children. It mandates that one caregiver must be assigned for every two children under eighteen months old in these facilities. Additionally, the legislation clarifies the maximum number of children allowed in a home and requires an assistant to be present when caring for larger groups of non-school-age children. These changes directly affect day care operators and the families who use their services by setting stricter supervision standards for infants and toddlers.

passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 9773: Relates to remedies for unlawful discharge or discrimination for the exercise of an employee's right to be absent from employment for jury duty

Creates, in addition to the existing sanction of criminal contempt of court, the remedies of labor law civil penalties and employee's right to bring civil action for unlawful discharge, penalty or discrimination on account of the exercise by an employee of a juror's right to be absent from employment by reason of jury service.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Labor & Employment

passed both · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 9834: Relates to collection of social security account numbers for registration with the New York state donate life registry

Authorizes insurers to collect social security account numbers solely for the purpose of effectuating, verifying, or amending an individual's donor registration status in the New York state donate life registry; prohibits use of such information other than for such purposes.

passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 10921: Relates to exempting disabled veterans from certain fees relating to physical modification of a residence to accommodate a disability

Relates to exempting disabled veterans from application fees relating to physical modification of a residence to accommodate a disability, including permit fees, plan review fees, inspection fees and reinspection fees.

Topics ✓ Veterans

passed both · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 9853: Relates to the supervision of athletic trainers

This bill allows physicians to supervise up to six athletic trainers at once, increasing the current limit of four. It applies to most settings but excludes secondary schools and colleges, where existing rules remain unchanged. The law requires a written agreement between the doctor and the trainer that outlines their roles and must be reviewed annually. This change aims to adjust supervision ratios while maintaining the requirement for ongoing oversight.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 9880: Automated identification of eligible participants for the Medicare savings program

This bill requires state agencies to automatically check if people receiving food assistance are also eligible for a Medicare savings program. It updates the food assistance application to let individuals separately agree to share their data for this purpose. Once a match is found, the health department must enroll the person in the savings program within 45 days. The law also sets up a process to report to state leaders if federal permission is needed before the agencies can share information.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 9906: Relates to access to certain confidential records in criminal actions or proceedings

This bill modifies New York's criminal procedure laws to allow access to sealed criminal records once a case ends in favor of the accused. It expands who can view these records beyond the defendant, including prosecutors in specific motions, law enforcement agencies under court approval, and various state agencies like the Department of Corrections and the Comptroller. Additionally, the law permits prospective police officers to request these records during employment applications, though applicants must receive copies and a chance to explain any findings. The changes apply immediately upon the bill's passage.

passed both · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 9907: Relates to compliance by New York city marshals with filing requirement regarding service of a notice of eviction

This bill requires New York City marshals to file an electronic record of an eviction notice within one business day after serving it. The rule applies specifically to marshals who deliver eviction notices by physically posting them, ensuring these actions are documented online quickly. By setting a strict one-day deadline, the law aims to create a faster digital trail for eviction proceedings in the city. The changes take effect immediately upon passage.

passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 9897: Requires general hospitals and nursing homes to offer free notarial services to patients

Requires general hospitals and nursing homes to offer free notarial services to patients; requires an employee of such general hospital or nursing home who is a notary public to be present from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on business days.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 9905: Relates to the effective date of a reclassification for an accidental disability retirement benefit

Relates to the effective date of a reclassification for an accidental disability retirement benefit for applications filed on or after January 1, 2027.

passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 9904: Relates to moneys to be credited to the general account of the unemployment insurance fund

Specifies that moneys credited to the state pursuant to section nine hundred one of the federal social security act are to be credited to the general account of the unemployment insurance fund.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Labor & Employment

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