Establishes an elder financial exploitation public awareness campaign to educate older adults and persons providing care to older adults on the prevention and detection of financial exploitation.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally recognizes the 60th anniversary of Guyana's independence on May 26, 1966. It directly affects the State of New York by acknowledging the contributions of the approximately 140,000 Guyanese immigrants living in the city, particularly in neighborhoods like Brooklyn, the Bronx, and Queens. The resolution expresses appreciation for Guyana's cultural heritage and biodiversity while noting the deep historical ties between the two communities. The bill concludes by directing that a copy of the resolution be sent to the Guyana Consul General in New York.
Relates to fair pricing for low-complexity, routine medical care to more closely align payment rates across ambulatory settings for selected services that are safe and appropriate to provide in all settings.
Maddy summaryThis bill requires all public water systems serving at least 15 year-round residents to replace every lead service line (the pipe connecting a water main to a building) by November 1, 2037. It directly affects homeowners, renters, and property owners in communities with lead pipes, as water systems must cover all replacement costs at no direct charge to customers - though water rate increases may fund the program. Water systems must offer free replacement, provide access to properties for work, and allow property owners 45 days to opt out by handling their portion themselves (with inspection). The law also defines "lead status unknown" lines and prohibits partial replacements that leave lead pipe in place.
Expands the use of body scanners to facilities operated by the office of mental health and the office for people with developmental disabilities; establishes alternative methods of screening.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that officially recognizes the 30th Annual Capital Region Buddy Walk for Down Syndrome, an event scheduled for September 27, 2026, in Schenectady. It does not create new laws or change government policies but instead honors the community gathering and its organizers, including the Down Syndrome Aim High Resource Center and the Center for Disability Services. The resolution acknowledges the event's activities, such as a one-mile walk and various family-friendly programs, and notes that funds raised support educational resources for individuals with Down syndrome and their families. Copies of this acknowledgment will be sent to the organizations involved in hosting the walk.
Requires the division of criminal justice services to establish a veterinary care program to care for retired law enforcement dogs in the service of or utilized by law enforcement agencies and retired fire investigation.
Relates to the requirements for licensure of funeral directors; specifies requirements for a residency period under the direct supervision of a preceptor; sets requirements to act as a preceptor.
Designates an individual found to have been convicted of certain crimes where the complainant or victim is an amateur or professional athlete, coach, official or other participant in a sports event, or a jockey, driver, trainer, owner, official or other participant in a horse race, or to have been convicted of certain offenses involving sports contests, horse races, or wagering thereon, as a prohibited sports bettor; requires the commission to notify the individual; allows for the individual to contest such designation; requires account wagering licensees to prohibit any individual designated as a prohibited sports bettor from establishing or maintaining a wagering account.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that honors Christopher G. Hunter, a historian and archivist who passed away in March 2026. It formally acknowledges his contributions to the Museum of Science and Innovation and his community service through a moment of legislative mourning. The text also announces plans for a celebration of life event and offers to send a copy of the resolution to his family.
