Asm. Will Barclay

Maddy summaryThis bill declares that a retirement application submitted by Cynthia Adam on behalf of her late husband, Paul C. Adam, is considered timely even though it was filed years after the standard deadline. The legislation specifically addresses the conversion of his service retirement to accidental death benefits for victims of the 2001 World Trade Center disaster. By overriding existing rules, the act ensures the New York State and Local Police and Fire Retirement System will process his claim without penalty for the late filing. All costs associated with implementing this change are to be paid by the state of New York.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows criminal defendants in Oswego County to appear in court electronically instead of being physically present, provided the court approves and the defendant agrees. The law requires that a defendant must consult with their lawyer before consenting to this arrangement and must reaffirm their consent at the start of each electronic session. By adding Oswego to a list of counties where this option is already available, the measure expands access to remote court proceedings for that specific jurisdiction. The change takes effect immediately upon signing and applies only to pending criminal cases in the affected area.

Reestablishes the office of coroner in the county of Oswego; removes the powers and duties of coroners from the district attorney in such county; allows Oswego County to appoint a coroner; repeals provisions of law relating thereto.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution honoring Barbara J. Dix for her nearly 50 years of service as a historian in Oswego County, New York. It recognizes her specific contributions, including establishing the county's records management system and leading research on local history and the Underground Railroad. The resolution formally acknowledges her civic excellence and is intended to be sent to her as a tribute on the occasion of her 90th birthday.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires New York school districts to purchase or lease only zero-emission school buses, defined as electric vehicles powered by batteries or hydrogen fuel cells, starting July 1, 2027. The law mandates that any contractors providing transportation services must also follow this rule when buying new buses and includes provisions requiring the manufacturing and final assembly of these buses and their charging infrastructure to occur within the United States. To support this transition, the bill allows the state commissioner to grant up to 24-month extensions for districts unable to comply due to costs or infrastructure needs, while also requiring a cost-benefit analysis for each district. Additionally, the legislation includes protections for current employees and contractors to prevent job losses or benefits reductions as the fleet changes, and it requires the creation of workforce development plans to manage the transition.

Authorizes the establishment of the home equity protection insurance program directing the agency to issue a commitment to insure and insure the full value of certain residences which are owner-occupied by persons who meet certain income qualifications.

Extends the time period for tenancy rights from 30 days to 45 days of possession; adds squatting to the definition of criminal trespass in the third degree.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Civil Service Law to remove the maximum age limit of 35 for hiring municipal police officers. It allows individuals older than 35 to apply for police positions, provided they meet other merit and fitness requirements. The change also extends the maximum hiring age to 39 for certain situations where eligible lists are exhausted and no other candidates are available. Additionally, the legislation includes specific exceptions for applicants with up to six years of military service and those with prior employment at the Buffalo municipal housing authority. The new rules would take effect approximately 180 days after the bill becomes law.

Permits those licensed to carry or possess a pistol or revolver or to purchase or take possession of a semi-automatic rifle or licensed to hunt wildlife to purchase or take possession of ammunition without requiring contacting the statewide license and record database.

Extends the maximum number of months for the reconsideration of denied applications by the parole board for parole for certain violent felony offenses from 24 months to 60 months.