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failed · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4140: Relates to evidence accepted by the New York state police forensic investigation center

Requires certain evidence or samples for DNA analysis to be accepted by the New York state police forensic investigation center from any firearm, rifle, shotgun, ammunition or magazine loading device when the sole charge is criminal possession of a weapon in the first degree, criminal possession of a weapon in the second degree, criminal possession of a weapon in the third degree, criminal possession of a weapon in the fourth degree and criminal possession of a firearm.
Mike Reilly (R) · 3 co-sponsors
died · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6799: Prohibits a court from bifurcating certain primary elections

Prohibits a court from bifurcating the primary elections for members of the state and county committees and assembly district leaders and associate district leaders and all other party positions to be elected and all nominations for public office required to be made at a primary election in such year, except presidential primaries.
Robert Jackson (D) · 1 co-sponsor
died · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4854: Prohibits the packaging, sale and distribution of confectionery and candy designed to resemble a tobacco product

This bill (S 4854) prohibits the manufacture, sale, and distribution of candy or confectionery products designed to look like tobacco products, such as chocolate cigarettes or gum cigars. It specifically bans packaging, branding, or marketing that mimics tobacco products (e.g., cigarette-shaped candy or tobacco-like labels). The law applies to all candy types, including gum, chocolate bars, and mints, and imposes civil fines of $100-$500 for violations. It directly affects candy manufacturers, sellers, and distributors who create or market products resembling tobacco items.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBans candy resembling tobacco products to prevent youth tobacco initiation, a direct public health measure targeting smoking prevention and reducing health risks.95% confidence
James Skoufis (D) · 1 co-sponsor
failed · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 48: Prohibits distribution of a decedent's estate to certain sex offenders

Bill A 48 amends the estates, powers and trusts law to prevent individuals convicted of certain sex offenses from inheriting from their victim's estate. Specifically, a person found guilty of committing or attempting to commit a sex offense against the decedent cannot receive a share of that decedent's inheritance. If such a disqualification occurs, the estate will be distributed as though the convicted person had died before the decedent.
Will Barclay (R) · 7 co-sponsors
failed · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 981: Directs the department of economic development to study methods for keeping small retail businesses within the state and creates pilot program; appropriation

Directs the department of economic development to study methods for keeping small retail businesses within the state and create a pilot program to train and counsel small business owners and potential small business owners; appropriates $210,000 therefor.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $210,000 for a small business pilot program, directly funding a budgetary initiative under fiscal management.90% confidence
Joe Angelino (R) · 9 co-sponsors
failed · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3943: Establishes the offense of aggravated reckless driving

Establishes the offense of aggravated reckless driving and allows for the seizure and forfeiture of vehicles used in connection with reckless driving or aggravated reckless driving.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill creates aggravated reckless driving offense and vehicle forfeiture, directly enhancing road safety standards under transportation vehicle regulations.95% confidence
Anil Beephan (R)
failed · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1268: Prohibits funding of any degree-granting institution of higher education if such institution permits certain organizations on campus

Prohibits state funding of any degree-granting institution of higher education if such institution permits terrorist organizations or activities in support of such organizations on campus; prohibits any student group or organization of receiving funding from the degree-granting institution if such group or organization directly or indirectly promotes, encourages, advocates, or engages in any terrorist advocacy or activities on campus.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill prohibits state funding for institutions permitting terrorist activities, directly restricting budget allocation to higher education institutions.90% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill prohibits state funding for higher ed institutions permitting terrorist organizations, defunding non-compliant schools and restricting educational funding.95% confidence
Steve Rhoads (R) · 15 co-sponsors
failed · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7020: Relates to fixing a maximum interest rate for credit cards issued or used in this state

This bill caps the maximum interest rate for personal credit cards issued or used in New York State at 10% per year. It directly affects New York residents who use credit cards for personal, family, or household expenses, making any rate above 10% invalid. The law amends banking law to set this 10% limit and prohibits using credit cards with higher rates, allowing the attorney general to seek court action against violations. The bill takes effect immediately but expires and reverts to previous law after five years.
Doug Smith (R) · 16 co-sponsors
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