Asm. Donna Lupardo

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic legislative resolution (not a policy bill) honoring Kampai Japanese Steakhouse in Vestal, New York, for its 50th anniversary on December 19, 2025. It formally recognizes the restaurant's contributions to Vestal’s community and economy since opening in 1975 by founder Richard Matsushima. The resolution, adopted by the Assembly, includes no new laws or funding but directs a copy to the Matsushima family as a gesture of appreciation. It directly affects the Matsushima family and Kampai’s staff, celebrating their decades-long service without altering any legal or financial obligations.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) that formally recognizes the 10th anniversary of Binghamton Porchfest, a free annual music festival held on August 31, 2025. It honors the event's role in fostering community spirit through over 150 local musical performances on residential porches across Binghamton's West Side. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply directs the legislative body to commemorate the occasion and send a copy to the festival organizers. It does not create new laws, affect any individuals, or alter existing regulations.

Maddy summaryThis bill extends Broome County's existing authorization to collect an additional 1% sales and compensating use tax for two more years, through November 30, 2027. It directly affects Broome County residents and businesses, as the county will continue collecting this local tax on top of the state's 3% sales tax rate. The bill amends tax law to update the expiration date from 2025 to 2027 without changing the tax rate or scope. This is a procedural extension of an existing local tax authority, not a new tax or policy change.

Requires the department of health to publish a report on the incidence of tick-borne illnesses annually on the department's website; requires the department to submit an annual report to the governor and the leaders of the legislature; requires the superintendent of financial services to review the status of health insurance coverage for the treatment of Lyme disease and other tick-borne related diseases and to submit a report to the governor and the leaders of the legislature.

Relates to dispensing certain controlled substances for use by a person with a substance use disorder during certain emergency medical treatment, for use in maintenance or detoxification treatment, or to relieve acute withdrawal symptoms.

Maddy summaryAssembly Resolution 608 commemorates the 10th anniversary of the New York Cider Association, recognizing its role in supporting New York's cider industry since its founding in 2015. The resolution highlights the industry's economic impact, including over $1.7 billion in annual economic activity and support for more than 3,000 jobs across New York State. This ceremonial resolution does not create new law or change policy, but formally acknowledges the Association's contributions to agriculture and local economies.

Maddy summaryThis Assembly Resolution requests Governor Hochul to proclaim June 2025 as Dairy Month in New York State, aligning with National Dairy Month. It recognizes the dairy industry's economic importance, noting New York's status as the fifth-largest milk producer (with over 2,800 farms and 630,000 cows) and addressing concerns about recent farm losses. The resolution serves as a formal acknowledgment of dairy farmers' contributions to the state's agriculture and economy.

Maddy summaryBill K 493 is an Assembly Resolution that honors President Harvey Stenger upon his retirement. It acknowledges his 13 years of distinguished service to Binghamton University, recognizing his contributions to the university's growth and research initiatives.

Maddy summaryBill K 477 is an Assembly Resolution commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the New York State Elks Association. This resolution formally recognizes the association's century of dedicated service, charitable impact, and promotion of fraternal values within communities across New York State.

Maddy summaryAssembly Resolution No. 476 commemorates the 150th Anniversary of the Broome County Fair, scheduled for July 22-27, 2025. This resolution recognizes the historical and cultural contributions of the fair to the Whitney Point, New York community and its residents over the past 150 years.