Asm. Robert Smullen

Maddy summaryBill A 3825, titled the "ammunition purchase certification act," establishes a requirement for individuals to obtain a valid ammunition purchase permit number before buying ammunition in the state. The Division of State Police will issue these permits, which are granted after a background check or application approval and are valid for one year. A small fee is associated with the initial issuance and any subsequent renewals. Purchasers must present their permit card or its unique identification number when buying ammunition. Purchasing ammunition without a valid permit number would constitute a Class A misdemeanor.

Requires pharmacies to provide prescription drug readers or other means of access to individuals who disclose they have difficulty seeing or reading standard print labels on prescription drug containers; defines "prescription drug reader" to mean a device which is capable of audibly conveying information contained on the label of a prescription drug; makes exceptions.

Expands requirements for regulatory impact statements to include discussion of potential benefits and cost savings; creates New York state regulatory review council to review every promulgation, repeal or amendment of every rule or regulation; provides that no new rule, unless critical to health, safety, or welfare, may become effective without the approval of the council; provides for the procedures of the council; provides for an annual report by the council on its actions.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires counties to establish at least one early voting location in either the largest city (or highest-population municipality, based on the latest census) within the county, or in the county seat if no city exists. It specifically mandates that such locations must be placed along public transportation routes where feasible. The provision applies to all counties except Washington County, which retains its existing requirement for the county seat. This change standardizes early voting access points across New York counties without altering voting eligibility or procedures.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends New York's General Obligations Law to remove a property owner's legal duty to keep premises safe for noncommercial aviation activities. It directly affects property owners (such as landowners or business operators) who host noncommercial aviation, like private flights or recreational flying. The key provision adds "noncommercial aviation" to a list of activities - alongside hiking, fishing, or hang gliding - where owners owe no duty to maintain safety or warn about hazards. The law change takes effect immediately upon passage.

Maddy summaryThis bill, the "Taxpayer Voter Registration Act," requires New York taxpayers to register to vote when filing income or property tax returns. It adds a checkbox to tax forms where taxpayers can indicate voter registration interest, accompanied by a sworn statement affirming citizenship, residency, and eligibility. Tax authorities will electronically share this information with election boards, which will then send eligible individuals a notice offering to register or update their voter status. The process is voluntary and applies to all taxpayers filing returns or changing addresses via real estate transfers.

Establishes grocery store wine licenses permitting the licensee to sell from the licensed premises wine produced in New York state or produced from ingredients grown or produced in New York state, in sealed containers for consumption off such premises.

Relates to the SUNY Maritime admissions program increasing the number of positions reserved for nomination by the governor and members of the legislature and scholarship under the SUNY Maritime admissions program.

Creates the New York state commission on government efficiency to examine state spending, identify unnecessary and wasteful spending and create a report of recommendations of spending items that can be eliminated by New York state.

Maddy summaryThis bill increases payments to rural hospitals designated as critical access hospitals (CAHs) under New York's public health law. It sets payment rates for services like emergency care, inpatient stays, and outpatient treatments at 101% of the hospitals' reasonable costs, aligning with federal payment standards for similar facilities. The change applies to CAHs providing services to patients covered by the federal health program referenced in Title XVIII of the Social Security Act. Implementation depends on state budget appropriations, with the policy taking effect on April 1, 2027.