Provides for eye and tissue donation; requires coroners to develop a protocol for making referrals of deaths that fall under their jurisdiction and occur outside of a hospital including calling the federally designated organ procurement organization for donor registry verification and a donor suitability determination.
Includes masking products including but not limited to synthetic urine, human urine, a substance used or designed to be added to human urine or a substance used or designed to be added to a chemical test, within the definition of drug-related paraphernalia.
Authorizes and directs the public service commission to establish rules to limit a utility's ability to recover its direct or indirect costs associated with its attendance in, participation in, preparation for, or appeal of any rate proceeding conducted before the commission.
Maddy summaryBill A 8082 establishes a new retirement service credit for members of public retirement systems who have served as volunteer firefighters or emergency service personnel. Eligible members can receive one year of service credit for every five years of volunteer service, up to a maximum of three years of credit for fifteen years of service. To qualify, members must have at least five years of other credited service and pay a fee equivalent to three percent of their compensation for the twelve months prior to application, for each year of credited volunteer service. This credit can be applied towards special twenty or twenty-five year retirement plans.
Establishes a mandatory statewide, classroom-based water safety education program; provides that the commissioner of education shall work with New York State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance certified educators to develop and promulgate a statewide, age-appropriate, classroom-based water safety education guidance document; provides that within twenty-four months of the effective date of the bill, the department of education shall initiate statewide implementation of water safety education; provides that instruction shall be classroom-based and waterless and shall not require student access to aquatic facilities, swimming instruction, or in-water assessment.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) honoring Fire Chief David L. Gratch for his retirement after 36 years of service with the Rome Fire Department. It formally recognizes his distinguished career, including roles as fire investigator, hazmat specialist, and fire chief appointed in March 2024, as well as his leadership in establishing the department's drone team. The resolution, adopted on February 24, 2026, directs the legislative body to present him with a formal copy of the resolution on April 3, 2026, to celebrate his service. It directly affects Fire Chief Gratch as a gesture of official appreciation, with no policy changes or funding involved.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) passed by the New York State Assembly to honor Revere Copper Products, Inc. for its 225th anniversary. The resolution recognizes the company’s history since 1801, its community involvement (including local health and charitable initiatives), and its environmental practices in manufacturing. It has no legal effect or policy changes - it simply expresses legislative admiration for the company’s contributions. The Assembly adopted it on February 24, 2026, following its introduction the same day.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Assembly Resolution (No. 973), not a substantive bill. It formally congratulates the Oriskany High School Baseball Team and Coach Eric Enos for winning the Class D State Championship on June 14, 2025. The resolution recognizes their victory over North Warren (9-2), their 18th consecutive win, and their status as the first team in school history to win the title. It includes specific team member names and directs copies of the resolution to the team and coach, with no policy changes or funding mechanisms.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) honoring Brian Bellair upon his retirement after 26 years as superintendent of Whitesboro Central School District. The resolution formally acknowledges his service, career milestones, and recognition as New York State Outstanding Educator of the Year. It includes no policy changes or mechanisms - it is purely symbolic, expressing legislative appreciation through a formal written tribute. The resolution was introduced and adopted on February 24, 2026.
Maddy summaryThis resolution commemorates the 34th anniversary of Bosnia and Herzegovina's independence on March 1, 2026, through a symbolic pause in legislative proceedings. It honors Bosnia's 1992 independence referendum and its historical journey, acknowledging the contributions of Bosnian refugees resettled in Utica, New York. The resolution has no legal effect or policy impact - it is purely a ceremonial recognition of cultural heritage and historical significance. It does not affect any individuals, groups, or government programs.
