New York Bills

in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 5, 2026

A 5036: Requires elections and terms of certain officials occur on even-numbered years except in the city of New York

This bill requires elections for certain judges (like county court and family court judges outside New York City) and city officials (such as supervisors) to occur in even-numbered years, instead of odd years. It applies to judicial positions and municipal offices in all areas except New York City, which maintains its current election schedule. Vacancies in these roles must be filled at the next even-year general election (held three months after the vacancy), with temporary appointments ending by December 31 of the following year. The bill amends constitutional provisions to standardize election timing for these positions statewide, excluding New York City.

passed · New York · Assembly Jun 5, 2026

A 6405: Grants peace officer status to animal control officers of the county of Schuyler

This bill grants Schuyler County animal control officers official peace officer status under New York law, directly affecting those officers in Schuyler County. It adds a new provision to the Criminal Procedure Law defining "animal control officer" per Public Health Law §2140 and authorizing them to exercise peace officer powers. The bill explicitly states that this status does not permit carrying firearms without the required license under Penal Law §400.00. The change applies only to Schuyler County's animal control officers and does not alter existing firearm regulations for these officers.

in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 3240: Relates to drivers of school buses using hands-free mobile telephones

This bill prohibits school bus drivers from using hands-free mobile telephones while operating a bus carrying students. It directly affects school bus drivers during student transport, with exceptions only for emergencies (like contacting emergency services) or when the bus is parked safely off the road. The law explicitly bans phone use during operation with students on board, except for emergency communications or specific official duties. The bill aims to reduce distractions for drivers transporting children, aligning with broader traffic safety goals.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment ✓ Transportation

passed both · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 7411: Authorizes Lt. Thomas Cleere to receive certain service credit under a twenty year retirement plan

This bill allows Lieutenant Thomas Cleere, a Seneca Falls police officer, to switch from an incorrect retirement plan to a 20-year retirement plan under New York state law. It requires the town of Seneca Falls to formally approve this change by filing a resolution within 180 days and cover all associated costs (amortized over 10 years). The change applies only to Cleere's service history, which he was enrolled in by mistake, and he must request the switch within one year of the bill's effective date. The bill is a specific adjustment for one officer's retirement eligibility, not a broad policy change.

in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 162: Authorizes the commissioner of labor and the workers' compensation board to issue stop-work orders

Authorizes the commissioner of labor and the workers' compensation board to issue stop-work orders; establishes procedure for the issuance of such orders; establishes penalties for failure to comply with such orders.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 1858: Expands protections regarding violations of safety conditions in adult care facilities

Expands protections regarding violations of safety conditions in adult care facilities; provides penalties for safety violations and operating without a valid license; prohibits reductions in fines in certain circumstances where a patient is endangered or harmed.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Labor & Employment

Gustavo Rivera (D) · 18 co-sponsors

in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 7116: Enacts the voting integrity and verification act of New York (VIVA NY)

Enacts the "voting integrity and verification act of New York (VIVA NY)"; provides that each voter is entitled to the use of an individual, voter verifiable paper ballot of the voter's vote and the opportunity to mark it.

passed · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 2001: Relates to child care assistance under the child care block grant

Provides that a caregiver may be eligible for assistance for child care under the child care block grant regardless of the hours the parent actually works.

died · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 2644: Prohibits the retrospective denial of payment for substance use disorder treatment services

Prohibits the retrospective denial of payment for substance use disorder treatment services if an insured was covered for such services at the time treatment was initiated; requires insurers to notify a treatment provider when an insured has lost coverage based on termination of the insured's employment.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 4607: Relates to asset-based lending transactions

S 4607 reclassifies asset-based lending transactions as "loans" for all legal and regulatory purposes. It defines these transactions as advances tied to payments a business receives from customers for goods or services they provided. This change directly affects businesses using this lending model (like those with accounts receivable financing) and lenders offering such products, subjecting them to standard loan regulations. The bill does not create new rules but explicitly shifts how these transactions are legally treated under existing banking law.

died · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 3492: Enacts the sustainable affordable housing and sprawl prevention act

Enacts the "sustainable affordable housing and sprawl prevention act"; exempts or limits environmental review under SEQR for the construction of certain new residential units to avoid creating unnecessary housing sprawl; limits certain rights to action under SEQR; makes related provisions.

Topics ✗ Environment ✓ Housing

in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 6749: Provides for insurance coverage of comprehensive annual medical examinations for firefighters

Provides for insurance coverage of comprehensive annual medical examinations for firefighters due to their increased risk for cancer and cancer-related diseases.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Labor & Employment

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