This bill grants the Department of Environmental Conservation the authority to create and enforce management rules for Atlantic bonito and false albacore fisheries. It allows the department to set regulations on fishing seasons, size limits, catch restrictions, gear requirements, and other fishing practices until December 31, 2029. These rules must align with existing state laws and comply with federal and regional fishery management plans. The legislation affects commercial and recreational fishermen targeting these species and gives the department flexibility to adjust management measures as needed.
This bill authorizes the city of Ithaca to implement a program that holds vehicle owners financially responsible for traffic signal violations committed by drivers using the vehicle with their permission. The program would allow the city to install photo monitoring cameras at up to twelve intersections to automatically capture evidence of red light or stop sign violations. If a violation is recorded, the registered owner receives a notice and may be assessed a fine of up to $50, plus an additional $25 if they fail to contest the charge within the specified time. The bill includes protections such as excluding the violation from the owner's driving record, not using it for insurance purposes, and allowing owners to contest liability by proving the vehicle was stolen or that the driver was convicted of the violation.
Approves notice and proof of disability or proof of need for family leave, or proof of disability for a special cross-bow permit, from an attending nurse practitioner.
This bill extends the expiration date for a program that allows the repair of damaged pesticide containers from 2026 to 2028. The legislation directly affects pesticide users and environmental conservation agencies by maintaining the existing repair provisions under the Environmental Conservation Law. The key mechanism is an amendment to the law's effective date, ensuring the repair program remains in place for an additional two years before automatic repeal. This change provides continuity for pesticide container management without altering the underlying requirements or procedures.
This bill extends the expiration date of existing laws that regulate the taking of sharks in New York State. The legislation amends a 2014 law that was previously set to expire in 2026, pushing the deadline to December 31, 2028. It directly affects individuals and entities involved in shark fishing, research, or conservation activities by maintaining current regulatory protections for a longer period. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage and requires no additional mechanisms beyond extending the existing statutory timeline.
Adds parcels of land to the list of premises which are exempt from the provisions of law which generally restrict manufacturers/wholesalers and retailers from sharing an interest in a liquor license.
Provides that public officers and employees of the state who are members of the United States Air Force Auxiliary Civil Air Patrol or the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary Pilots shall be granted leave from work with pay to participate in emergency services during certain air force assigned missions.
This bill allows the state to issue special deer management permits in the northern zone, enabling hunters to take one additional deer beyond their regular license limit. The permits would be available until December 31, 2027, and are intended to help manage deer populations in areas where the herd size exceeds available food and habitat. The legislation repeals an existing provision that previously excluded the northern zone from similar deer management rules. Hunters in the northern zone would be directly affected by this change, while the state wildlife department would be responsible for creating specific regulations to implement the program.
This bill requires residential health care facilities to sign written agreements with licensed hospice programs to guarantee hospice services for eligible residents. The agreements must outline care coordination, including timely referrals, staff responsibilities, symptom management, medication oversight, emergency communication, and information sharing. The state health department will provide guidance and model contracts to help facilities and hospice programs implement these requirements. Facilities that fail to comply with the new agreement requirements could face enforcement actions. The law will take effect 100 days after becoming official.
This bill extends a tax incentive program for supermarkets that donate excess edible food to food relief organizations, keeping the provision in place until December 31, 2031. The measure directly affects grocery stores and food banks by maintaining the financial benefits that encourage supermarkets to share surplus food with those in need. The key provision simply updates the expiration date of an existing law that was originally set to end in 2026, ensuring the program continues for an additional five years. No new requirements or changes to the donation process are introduced; the bill only adjusts the timeline for when the current rules will no longer apply.
Enacts the low impact landscaping rights act, preventing homeowners' associations from adopting or enforcing any rules or regulations that would effectively prohibit, or impose unreasonable limitations on, the installation or maintenance of low impact landscaping.
This bill allows New York City correction and sanitation workers who are members of specific retirement systems to borrow against their accumulated retirement savings. It permits members with at least three years of continuous service to borrow up to 75% of their total contributions (plus interest), with interest set 2% higher than regular retirement rates. Repayments occur through payroll deductions, requiring at least 5% of the member's earnings per paycheck. The bill repeals previous restrictions that excluded these workers from borrowing under similar retirement plan rules.
