Directs the commissioner of health, in consultation with the commissioner of the office of general services, to conduct a study on the use of solid antimicrobial materials for touch surfaces in the construction of public buildings.
Relates to creating the health emergency response data system, which collects information and statistical data relating to public health emergencies in order to assist the department of health, other government entities, health care providers, and the public in understanding and responding to public health emergencies.
Establishes the canine officer health monitoring fund which allows for applicants to request reimbursement from the division of criminal justice services for health costs related to regular health or injury associated with canine officers.
Exempts services provided to board an animal when rendered by a veterinarian licensed and registered as required by the education law or by a commercial horse boarding operation from sales and use taxes.
Authorizes the issuance of licenses and non-driver identification cards containing a Lifetime Liberty Pass distinguishing mark.
Allows snowmobiles and all-terrain vehicles to be registered as farm vehicles upon approval by the commissioner.
Establishes a veterans internship program (V.I.P. NY); awards ten percent of available internships in the assembly youth participation program and the senate student program to eligible honorably discharged veterans.
Eliminates family contribution exceptions to candidates for election.
Adds drug and domestic violence offenses and crimes that result in death or serious physical injury as qualifying offenses for bail.
Increases the maximum amount of individual awards for the physician loan repayment program and physician practice support program to encourage physicians to practice in underserved areas.
