Asm. Marianne Buttenschon

Prohibits the issuing of major renewable energy and major electric transmission facility siting permits in designated grassland bird conservation centers including, but not limited to, three such centers in Jefferson county, one center in Saint Lawrence county, the Oak-Orchard-Iroquois center, the Washington County Grasslands center, the Finger Lakes National Forest center and the Shawangunk Grasslands.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill with policy changes) commemorating SUNY Polytechnic Institute's 60th anniversary. It contains no new laws, funding, or requirements - it solely honors the institution's history and achievements through a legislative acknowledgment. The resolution requests the legislature pause to recognize SUNY Poly's founding in 1966, growth into a single-campus polytechnic university, and contributions to education and regional economic development. A copy will be sent to SUNY Poly, but the resolution has no legal effect or impact on stakeholders.

Maddy summaryAssembly Resolution 858 commemorates the 30th anniversary of the Johnson Park Center in Utica, New York, to be celebrated on November 14, 2025. The resolution honors the center’s three-decade work providing shelter (18 beds), housing (35 supportive apartments), food assistance (500-700 households weekly), and youth education programs to Utica residents. It is a symbolic gesture by the New York State Assembly recognizing the center’s community impact, not a policy change.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) commending the Mohawk Valley Latino Association for hosting its "Baile Y Cultura" dance class series during Hispanic Latino Heritage Month (September 15-October 15, 2025). It recognizes the organization’s work in Utica, New York, providing culturally focused services, supporting Latino community empowerment, and offering beginner-to-advanced dance classes like salsa and bachata. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses legislative appreciation and will be sent to the organization. It does not affect any laws, funding, or regulations.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill with policy changes) honoring Woodland Farm Brewery in Utica, New York, for its 10th anniversary. It formally recognizes the brewery's contributions to Utica's economic vitality and celebrates its founding in 2015, with specific mention of its focus on lagers, barrel-aged beers, and use of local New York suppliers. The resolution directs the legislative body to pause its work to commemorate the brewery's milestone and sends a copy of the resolution to the brewery. It directly affects only the Woodland Farm Brewery, with no legal or financial impact on others.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) honoring Jerry Fiorini for his 45-year service on the Oneida County Board of Legislators. It recognizes his leadership as long-serving Board Chair, contributions to economic development (including airport transfers and regional initiatives), and commitment to fiscal responsibility and community projects. The resolution formally expresses the legislature's appreciation for his retirement in 2025 and directs that a copy be presented to him. It has no binding policy effects or funding changes.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new property tax exemption for veterans who are 100% disabled due to military service. It directly affects veterans with an honorable discharge, a VA-rated 100% service-connected disability, and who either receive VA benefits or use those benefits for housing modifications. The exemption applies to their primary residence, removing property taxes and related charges, while ensuring the exemption doesn't reduce tax assessments below zero. It does not replace existing veteran tax exemptions but adds this new benefit.

Authorizes members or officers of the state police who were previously firefighters receive credit for such previous firefighter service for the purposes of retirement.

Maddy summaryThis bill increases short-term disability benefits for New York workers. It phases in higher weekly benefit rates (from 50% to 67% of average weekly wage) and extends maximum leave duration (from 8 to 12 weeks) over several years, starting in 2018. The changes apply to employees needing short-term disability leave due to illness or injury, directly affecting both workers and their employers who provide these benefits. The bill maintains a cap based on the state average weekly wage and allows the superintendent of financial services to delay increases if needed.

Includes in the class E felony of vehicular assault in the second degree, the causing of serious physical injury while operating a vehicle with suspended, revoked or no license; creates the crime of vehicular homicide.