Directs counties, in coordination with their regional emergency medical services councils, to develop and maintain comprehensive county emergency medical system plans that provide for coordinated emergency medical systems within such counties.
Relates to rechargeable battery recycling; adds a battery used as the principal electric power source for an electric scooter or bicycle with electric assist to the definition of "rechargeable battery"; provides that a battery manufacturer may not sell, offer for sale, or distribute rechargeable batteries in the state unless the battery manufacturer is implementing or participating under an approved plan; allows a city with a population of one million or more to enforce through its own agencies.
Requires public notice and public engagement when a general hospital seeks to close entirely or a unit that provides maternity, mental health or substance use care.
Relates to providing information to patients and the public on hospital rule-based exclusions; requires the commissioner of health to collect from each hospital a list of its hospital rule-based exclusions and publish such information on the department's website.
Maddy summaryThis bill (K 631) is a resolution requesting Governor Kathy Hochul to officially declare June 2025 as "Farmers Market Appreciation Month" in New York State. It does not create new laws or policies but asks the Governor to publicly recognize the value of farmers markets. The resolution highlights how farmers markets support local farms, improve food access, promote health, strengthen communities, and benefit the environment. It directly affects New York residents and farmers by encouraging statewide acknowledgment of these markets' contributions. As a procedural resolution, it has no binding effect but aims to raise awareness of farmers markets' economic and social benefits.
Maddy summaryAssembly Resolution No. 433 requests Governor Kathy Hochul to officially proclaim May 4-10, 2025, as Compost Awareness Week in the State of New York. This resolution aims to highlight the benefits of composting for waste reduction, soil health, and environmental sustainability, aligning with International Compost Awareness Week.
Maddy summaryAssembly Resolution K 401 memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 4, 2025, as Volunteer Firefighters' Appreciation Day in the State of New York. This resolution aims to recognize and honor the dedication and service of the nearly 100,000 volunteer firefighters across the state.
Maddy summaryThis resolution memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 2025 as Lyme Disease Awareness Month in New York. It does not create new law but requests the Governor issue a formal proclamation to raise public awareness about Lyme disease, a tick-borne illness affecting thousands annually in the state. The resolution highlights Lyme disease's prevalence, diagnostic challenges, and public health impact as justification for the awareness effort.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill), requesting Governor Hochul to designate March 18, 2025, as Agriculture Day in New York State. It does not create new laws or affect any individuals or entities; it is a symbolic gesture honoring farmers' contributions to New York's economy, environment, and communities. The resolution cites agriculture's role in generating $8 billion in annual sales, supporting 196,000 jobs, and promoting sustainable practices. It aligns with National Agriculture Day and asks the Governor to formally recognize this date through proclamation.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (Assembly Resolution 145) asks Governor Hochul to symbolically recognize March 2-8, 2025, as School Social Worker Week in New York. It honors school social workers for supporting students facing mental health challenges, poverty, or other barriers to learning, and for contributing to high graduation rates. The resolution does not create new laws or funding; it is a non-binding request for the governor to issue a proclamation. It directly affects school social workers by publicly acknowledging their role in student success. The resolution was adopted by the Assembly on March 3, 2025.
