New York Bills

in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 5, 2026

A 9200: Exempts the Cody Volunteer Fire Department, Inc. from the requirement that the percentage of non-resident fire department members not exceed forty-five percent of the membership

Exempts the Cody Volunteer Fire Department, Inc. within the town of Granby, Oswego county, from the requirement that the percentage of non-resident fire department members not exceed forty-five percent of the membership.

in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 5, 2026

A 8894: Authorizes Powell House, in the village of Farmingdale, county of Nassau, to apply for a retroactive property tax exemption

Authorizes Powell House, in the village of Farmingdale, county of Nassau, to apply for and receive a retroactive property tax exemption with respect to the 2024-2025 school tax assessment rolls and the 2025 general tax assessment roll.

in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 2451: Permits localities to opt to reduce renters' payments towards rent to one-third of household income for eligible participants in the SCRIE and DRIE programs

Relates to establishing a maximum rent of one-third of household income for the senior citizens rent increase exemption and disability rent increase exemption.

Topics ✓ Housing

in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 6138: Enacts the New York city Caribbean steel pan educational music program act

Enacts the "New York city Caribbean steel pan educational music program act"; requires community school boards in the city of New York to authorize, where reasonable, the use of school grounds in the summer months for use by any steel pan music organization to practice for the Labor Day Parade (West Indian Carnival).

passed · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 8279: Directs the superintendent of financial services to conduct an analysis of the financial stability of the check cashing industry and review the current system of licensing for such industry

Directs the superintendent of financial services to conduct an analysis of the financial stability of the check cashing industry and review the current system of licensing for such industry and issue reports on both topics.

died · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 7717: Sets maximum rates that may be charged for the towing and subsequent storage of a motor vehicle

This bill sets maximum fees for towing and storing vehicles outside New York City. It caps towing charges at $100 plus tolls for passenger cars (under 4,500 lbs) and establishes tiered rates for larger vehicles based on weight, ranging from $125 to $300 for the first mile. Storage fees are limited to $25 per day for the first three days and $27 daily thereafter for passenger vehicles, with higher rates for large vehicles up to $75 per day. The law prohibits unlicensed operators from charging fees and excludes existing contracts or vehicles involved in accidents from certain rate rules. It applies statewide except to New York City (population over 1 million).

Topics ✓ Transportation

in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 4406: Authorizes the use of closed-circuit television for vulnerable sexual assault witnesses

Authorizes the use of closed-circuit television for vulnerable sexual assault witnesses; establishes a procedure for determining who qualifies as a vulnerable sexual assault witness.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 5, 2026

A 7893: Authorizes Lt. Thomas Cleere to receive certain service credit under a twenty year retirement plan

This bill allows Lieutenant Thomas Cleere of the Seneca Falls Police Department to switch from his current retirement plan to a 20-year retirement plan, correcting an enrollment error that occurred when he joined in 2014. The town of Seneca Falls must formally agree to cover the additional costs within 180 days, and Cleere must request the switch within one year. The town will bear all past and future costs, which can be paid over ten years. This is a specific procedural adjustment for one individual, not a broad policy change.

in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 3698: Directs the superintendent of banks to promulgate rules and regulations requiring licensed cashers of checks to file suspicious activity reports

This bill (S 3698) requires licensed check cashers to file suspicious activity reports with the superintendent of banks. It directly affects check cashing businesses by expanding existing reporting requirements - previously applied to banks - to include these entities. The key mechanism is an amendment to the Banking Law (Section 371), which authorizes the superintendent to create rules mandating these reports. The bill does not change current requirements for banks or other financial institutions but adds check cashers to the list of entities required to report suspicious transactions.

passed both · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 5939: Relates to payments by a pharmacy benefit manager to participating pharmacies

Requires a pharmacy benefit manager to pay a participating pharmacy at minimum at the national average drug acquisition cost (NADAC) rate, or at the pharmacy acquisition cost rate if greater or there is not a NADAC rate, plus a professional dispensing fee that is at minimum the professional dispensing fee paid under the state medical assistance program.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

James Skoufis (D) · 19 co-sponsors

in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 516: Requires motor vehicle repair shops to disclose certain information to customers

Requires motor vehicle repair shops to disclose whether parts supplied are under warranty and the estimate for all parts and labor; provides that no work can be done without the consent of the customer; provides for fines for violations of such provisions.

in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 8227: Prohibits the use of student loan payment credit history checks in certain cases

This bill (S 8227) prohibits most employers from asking about or using an applicant's student loan payment history when making hiring decisions. It directly affects job applicants with student loans by preventing employers from discriminating against them based on their loan repayment status. The law includes an exception for employers required by state/federal law or financial regulations (like those in the securities industry) to check this information. The provision takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

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