New York Bills

in committee · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 10090: Relates to adult care facility financial statements

This bill requires adult care facilities to include an independent review of their financial statements, ensuring the documents accurately reflect the facility's financial operations and position. The requirement applies to facilities with more than nine residents, while smaller facilities with nine or fewer beds are exempt from this rule. Although the bill initially proposed a full "opinion" from an accountant, a substitute version now specifies a "review" performed according to established accounting standards. The legislation also allows the state department to request a full opinion from any facility if they determine it is necessary for oversight purposes.

in committee · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 9415: Requires mobile sports wagering operators to share monthly invoice statements to authorized consumers

This bill requires mobile sports wagering operators to provide monthly account activity statements to every authorized sports bettor. The statements must include details such as total deposits, wagers, winnings and losses, net gain or loss, number of bets placed, time spent on the platform, and a history of all wagers. Operators must deliver these statements electronically via push notification within 15 days after each calendar month ends. The bill also mandates that the statements include responsible gaming resources and that the state commission create standardized formatting rules to ensure the information is clear and easy to understand.

in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 2, 2026

A 10414: Establishes a twenty-five year retirement program for members of the NYC employees' retirement system employed as water supply police

Establishes a twenty-five year retirement program for members of the NYC employees' retirement system employed as water supply police; provides for employer pick-up of certain additional member contributions required to be made by certain participants in the 25-year retirement programs.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 2, 2026

A 10519: Requires the office of renewable energy siting and electric transmission to establish and/or amend rules and regulations pertaining to standards related to siting major renewable energy facilities

Requires the office of renewable energy siting and electric transmission to establish and/or amend rules and regulations pertaining to standards related to the siting, design, construction and operation of major renewable energy facilities; requires such rules and regulations to include information relating to farmland protection and application procedures; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Environment

in committee · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 9389: Relates to base pilotage tariffs at Sandy Hook, Sands Point and Execution Rocks

This bill establishes new base pilotage tariff rates for vessels navigating through Sandy Hook, Sands Point, and Execution Rocks waters for the years 2028 through 2032. The legislation directly affects commercial shipping companies and maritime operators by setting specific pricing tiers based on pilotage units, with rates increasing annually from 2028 to 2032. The bill modifies existing navigation law provisions to replace current tariff structures with a schedule that adjusts fees according to vessel size and usage, with larger vessels facing proportionally higher charges. These changes apply to all vessels using pilotage services in the specified locations during the covered period and take effect immediately upon passage.

in committee · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 9367: Extends certain provisions of law relating to catastrophic or reinsurance coverage issued to certain small groups

This bill makes permanent certain insurance provisions related to catastrophic or reinsurance coverage for small groups that were previously set to expire. It removes the automatic repeal clause that would have ended these coverage rules after thirteen years, allowing them to continue indefinitely. The change directly affects small group insurance policies and the insurers who provide catastrophic or reinsurance coverage to these groups. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage and does not alter the core coverage requirements, only their duration.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

in committee · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 9360: Prohibits sellers of ebikes, escooters, limited use motorcycles from selling to persons less than sixteen years of age and establishes penalties therefor

Prohibits sellers of bicycles with electric assist, electric scooters, and limited use motorcycles from selling to persons less than sixteen years of age; requires valid proof of age at the point of purchase; establishes penalties for violations of this requirement.

Topics ✓ Transportation

in committee · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 9501: Relates to unauthorized rental car use

Amends provisions relating to unauthorized rental car use; authorizes a rental vehicle company to regain custody of a rental vehicle which is not returned at the end of the rental agreement including repossession.

in committee · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 9502: Relates to benefits for the surviving spouses of firefighters killed in the line of duty

This bill establishes a property tax exemption for surviving spouses of firefighters killed in the line of duty. It allows local governments and school districts to exempt up to 50% of the assessed value of the surviving spouse's primary residence from real property taxes. The exemption applies specifically to firefighters who are members of the New York City Fire Department pension fund or the New York State Police and Fire Retirement System. Local legislative bodies retain the authority to reduce the percentage of exemption within their jurisdictions. The law takes effect on January 1st following its enactment.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Labor & Employment

in committee · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 9570: Relates to the prohibition of lending institutions issuing unsolicited mail-loan checks

Relates to the prohibition of lending institutions issuing mail-loan checks except in response to an affirmative request or application therefor; provides that any debt, interest, fee or other obligation arising from a mail-loan check issued in violation of this section shall be null and void and unenforceable.

in committee · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 9594: Relates to contracts by service-disabled veteran-owned business enterprises

This bill modifies the Veterans' Services Law to increase the statewide participation goal for service-disabled veteran-owned business enterprises on state contracts from six percent to twenty percent. The change directly affects state procurement processes by setting a higher target for how much of state contract spending should go to these businesses. The provision is implemented immediately upon taking effect and establishes a clear numerical benchmark for future contract awards.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Veterans

in committee · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 9505: Dedicates a portion of the state highway system to East Fishkill veterans

This bill designates a specific stretch of State Route 376 in East Fishkill, Dutchess County, as a ceremonial tribute to local veterans. The legislation requires the Department of Transportation to install and maintain signs reading "Highway Dedicated to East Fishkill Veterans" along the designated route. While the dedication honors veterans, the bill explicitly states that the official name of the highway will remain unchanged to prevent confusion and avoid disrupting commerce. The measure takes effect immediately upon passage.

Topics ✓ Veterans

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