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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 1, 2026

S 9421: Allows a person a second hearing to seal their child protective services records

This bill allows individuals with sealed child protective services records to request a second hearing to keep those records sealed if their life circumstances have significantly changed. To qualify, a person must wait at least two years after their first hearing and provide evidence of progress, such as completing treatment programs, attending parenting classes, or participating in mental health services. The request is denied if there is evidence the person has maltreated a child in the past two years. This change applies to anyone seeking to maintain sealed records under the Social Services Law.
Jabari Brisport (D)
in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 1, 2026

A 10470: Authorizes the dormitory authority to provide financing to Vanderbilt University for the construction of facilities

This bill authorizes the state Dormitory Authority to provide financing to Vanderbilt University for constructing new facilities. The legislation amends the Public Authorities Law to allow this specific funding arrangement between the state agency and the private university. Once passed, the act takes effect immediately and directs the Dormitory Authority to consider providing financial support for the university's construction projects. The measure does not specify the amount of funding or the types of facilities to be built, leaving those details to future agreements.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill authorizes state financing for Vanderbilt University construction, providing infrastructure support to higher education institution.75% confidence
Tony Simone (D)
in committee · New York · Senate Jun 1, 2026

S 9358: Relates to establishing a pilot program to evaluate the impact of commuter vans accepting street hails

Directs the New York city taxi and limousine commission to establish a pilot program to evaluate the impact of commuter vans accepting street hails; authorizes commuter vans to accept hails from prospective passengers in the street in certain locations until June thirtieth, two thousand thirty; directs the New York city taxi and limousine commission to submit a report evaluating such pilot program to the mayor, the speaker of the council, the governor, the temporary president of the senate, and the speaker of the assembly, no later than February first, two thousand twenty-eight and annually thereafter until the completion of such pilot program.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill expands commuter van services by allowing street hails, improving public transportation accessibility and options for commuters.85% confidence
Leroy Comrie (D) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · New York · Senate Jun 1, 2026

S 9330: Enacts the remedial construction of New York labor law act

Provides that the New York labor law shall be construed liberally for the accomplishment of its remedial purposes, regardless of whether similarly-worded provisions of federal laws or regulations have been or continue to be construed otherwise.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates liberal construction of labor law to accomplish remedial purposes, strengthening worker protections and rights under New York labor law.95% confidence
Jessica Ramos (D)
in committee · New York · Senate Jun 1, 2026

S 9497: Requires insurers to cover the substitution of a brand name prescription drug when the federal food and drug administration has declared that there is a supply issue with a generic drug

Requires insurers to cover the substitution of a brand name prescription drug when the federal food and drug administration has declared that there is a supply issue with a generic drug.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill requires insurers to cover brand name drugs during generic shortages, improving patient access to necessary medications and protecting healthcare continuity.90% confidence
Nathalia Fernández (D)
in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 1, 2026

A 10588: Permits multiple transfers of low-income housing tax credits

This bill allows owners of low-income housing tax credits to transfer those credits to other people or entities multiple times, rather than being limited to a single transfer. The changes apply to taxpayers who own interests in eligible low-income buildings and enable transferees to use the credits against their taxes if they meet all requirements. Each transfer must be properly documented and approved by the relevant agency, and it cannot affect the eligibility of the underlying housing project for program benefits. The law takes effect immediately and applies to all low-income housing tax credits allocated before, during, or after the effective date.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allows multiple transfers of low-income housing tax credits, providing tax relief and supporting affordable housing programs, which aligns with fiscal management and public service funding goals.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill facilitates transfer of low-income housing tax credits, enabling more entities to utilize these credits for affordable housing development and preservation.85% confidence
Linda Rosenthal (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 1, 2026

A 10718: Enacts "India's law"

Enacts "India's law" under which an incarcerated individual's next of kin shall be notified and allowed visitation by a local correctional facility when such individual is experiencing a serious medical event or demonstrating behavior that is likely to result in serious harm to themselves or others.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill ensures notification and visitation rights for incarcerated individuals during medical emergencies, improving access to care and family support.75% confidence
Eddie Gibbs (D) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 1, 2026

A 10396: Extends the authorization of the city of Beacon to impose a hotel and motel tax for an additional two years

This bill extends the city of Beacon's authority to collect a hotel and motel tax for an additional three years, allowing the municipality to continue using these funds for local purposes. The legislation amends existing state law to update the expiration date of the tax authorization to August 23, 2029, ensuring the program remains in effect beyond its previous timeframe. The change applies specifically to Beacon and does not alter the tax rate or how the revenue is collected, only the duration of the authorization.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill extends hotel/motel tax authorization, increasing local government revenue for municipal purposes without changing tax rate or collection method.90% confidence
Jonathan Jacobson (D)
in committee · New York · Senate Jun 1, 2026

S 9608: Directs utility corporations to petition the public service commission for approval of electric grid utilization metrics

Directs utility corporations to petition the public service commission for approval of electric grid utilization metrics; directs the public service commission to determine which electric grid utilization metrics shall be approved and how such metrics shall be applied; directs the public service commission to submit an annual report to the legislature and governor.
Rachel May (D) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 1, 2026

A 10307: Requires notification of firearm denials to local law enforcement and the local prosecutor having jurisdiction where the prohibited person sought to acquire the firearm

Requires notification of firearm denials to local law enforcement and the local prosecutor having jurisdiction where the prohibited person sought to acquire the firearm; requires local law enforcement to initiate a criminal investigation within five business days.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires law enforcement investigation of firearm denial cases, enhancing public safety and procedural accountability in criminal justice system.85% confidence
Amy Paulin (D) · 1 co-sponsor
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