This bill is a resolution that formally recognizes the 34th anniversary of the Queens Pride Parade scheduled for June 7, 2026. It highlights the parade's history as a significant event for the LGBTQ community in New York City, honoring its founders and the memory of Julio Rivera, whose tragic death inspired its creation. The measure directs the legislative body to pause briefly to acknowledge the parade's role in fostering community support and visibility. Finally, it ensures that a copy of this resolution is sent to the organizers of the New Queens Pride event.
This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially designate the week of October 25-31, 2026, as Epidermolysis Bullosa Awareness Week, also known as Butterfly Children Awareness Week. The legislation aims to increase public understanding of this rare genetic disorder, which causes extremely fragile skin and recurrent blistering in patients of all ages. By highlighting the challenges faced by those with the condition, the bill seeks to encourage greater awareness and support for affected families and patients. The primary action is a formal proclamation that will be sent to the Governor for her signature.
This bill is a ceremonial resolution that honors the 58th anniversary of Stevener's Backhoe Service, a family-owned excavation and site development company in the Mohawk Valley. It recognizes the business's long history, starting from its founding in 1968 by Glenn Stevener and its continued operation by the third generation of the family. The resolution formally pauses legislative proceedings to offer congratulations and gratitude to the Stevener family and their employees for their decades of service to the community. Finally, the bill directs that a copy of this acknowledgment be sent to the company.
This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially recognize October 6, 2026, as Coaches Day in the state. It directly affects coaches and organizations by formally acknowledging their role in teaching athletes and life lessons. The measure aligns with the existing National Coaches Day and highlights the importance of quality coaching for youth development. No new laws or funding are created; the bill serves only as a ceremonial proclamation.
This bill is a resolution that formally recognizes the 65th Annual Floyd Field Days in the Town of Floyd, New York. It honors the Floyd Volunteer Fire Department and its volunteers for their long-standing service to the community since 1961. The resolution does not change any laws or create new programs but instead serves as an official statement of appreciation from the legislative body. A copy of this resolution will be sent to the fire department to acknowledge their contributions.
This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially declare September 2026 as Recovery Month in the state. The resolution aligns with the national observance of the same name, which focuses on raising awareness about substance use treatment and mental health services. By adopting this measure, the legislature intends to honor individuals in recovery and the service providers who support them. The bill is a ceremonial action that does not create new laws or allocate funding but rather serves to recognize the importance of behavioral health support.
Assembly Resolution K 1549 formally recognizes June 19, 2026, as the sixth annual Juneteenth Day in New York State. This symbolic resolution commemorates the end of slavery in the United States and honors the historical significance of the date. The measure directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings for the occasion and sends a copy of the text to the New York Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic, and Asian Legislative Caucus. As a commemorative act, it does not alter laws or create new legal requirements.
This bill authorizes the village of Johnson City to create and collect a new tax on hotel and motel room rentals. Under the proposed law, the tax rate would be capped at three percent of the per diem rental rate and could be collected by the village's fiscal officer or passed directly to room owners for collection. The revenue generated from this tax would be deposited into the village's general fund for any lawful purpose. The legislation includes specific exemptions for government entities, certain non-profit organizations, and permanent residents who stay for at least thirty consecutive days. Additionally, the bill outlines procedures for filing tax returns, appealing tax assessments, and limits the duration of any enacted tax to a maximum of two years.
Establishes a task force to study and make recommendations on chronic absenteeism at public schools in the state of New York; establishes reporting requirements.
Allows a real property tax exemption for dwelling units constructed for senior citizens or disabled persons receiving social security disability benefits.
This bill allows Godschild Outreach Ministries, a non-profit organization in Wyandanch, to receive a retroactive exemption from real property taxes for the 2023-2024 through 2025-2026 tax years. Under the legislation, the town assessor would review the organization's application as if it had been submitted on time, granting tax relief on specific parcels of land if the group qualifies under existing laws. If the exemption is approved, the town may refund any taxes, fines, or penalties previously paid and remove any outstanding tax liens associated with the property. The measure applies only to this specific organization and does not change the general rules for property tax exemptions in the town of Babylon.
Requires the office of victim assistance to notify crime victims of the availability of victim support services by providing such victims with a written notice of the availability of statewide programs.
