Sets forth certain provisions for the sale of adult-use cannabis and adult-use cannabis products at cannabis showcase events; requires permittees to partner with cultivators in certain situations.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill with policy changes) commending New York maple producers for their industry during two specific events. It formally recognizes maple producers during the Annual Maple Weekends on March 22-23, 2025, and March 29-30, 2025, highlighting their role in New York's agricultural heritage. The resolution has no binding effect or policy implications - it serves solely as symbolic recognition. It was introduced and adopted on March 10, 2025.
Maddy summaryThis resolution commemorates the 9th Annual Sock Out Cancer Day on June 1, 2025, alongside National Cancer Survivors Day. It recognizes the Sock Out Cancer organization's work in raising over $1.8 million through community events (like concerts, sports games, and 5K runs) to support cancer patients' non-medical needs, including food, housing, and transportation. The resolution highlights how these efforts, spanning multiple New York communities, provide critical financial assistance to patients while encouraging public participation in their mission.
Maddy summaryThis resolution asks Governor Hochul to officially recognize February 15-22, 2025, as "National FFA Organization Week" in New York State. It directly affects New York's 13,000+ FFA students across 200 chapters and agricultural education programs by encouraging statewide recognition of the organization's role in developing leadership and agricultural skills. The resolution has no binding effect - it simply requests the Governor issue a proclamation to honor FFA's educational mission and student achievements.
Maddy summaryAssembly Resolution K 116 designates February 27, 2025, as "Student Press Freedom Day" in recognition of the Student Press Law Center's annual observance. This symbolic resolution does not create new laws or affect anyone's rights; it merely acknowledges student journalism's role in democracy and the ongoing advocacy against censorship. The resolution references the Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier Supreme Court case and supports student journalists' First Amendment protections. It directs the Legislative Body to recognize the day and send copies to the Student Press Law Center and New Voices of New York.
Maddy summaryThis bill restricts certain harmful chemicals in menstrual products sold in New York State. It prohibits manufacturers from intentionally adding specific substances like lead, mercury, formaldehyde, phthalates, and PFAS (a class of chemicals including Teflon-like compounds) to products such as tampons, pads, and menstrual cups. Starting immediately upon the bill's effective date (12 months after enactment), these chemicals cannot be added as intentional ingredients, with future safety thresholds for remaining traces to be set by health and environmental agencies by 2029. The law applies to all distributors and sellers of menstrual products within New York.
Authorizes the commissioner of health to adopt policies to exclude certain non-recurring items from income that would artificially inflate the availability of funds to meet current needs relating to eligibility for the program for elderly pharmaceutical insurance coverage.
Expands the definition of crops, livestock and livestock products to include cannabis when cultivated in accordance with the cannabis law; amends the effectiveness thereof.
Relates to types of New York grown, produced or harvested milk products included in the definition of surplus agricultural products for the purposes of the Nourish New York program; directs that such term include New York grown, produced or harvested milk, and milk products, including but not limited to two percent fat milk and whole milk.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill with policy changes) commemorating Eck Plastic Arts' 75th anniversary in Binghamton. It formally recognizes the company's contributions to the local economy and community over its 75-year history. The resolution has no binding effect or policy impact - it simply expresses legislative appreciation and will be presented to the company. It directly affects no individuals or entities beyond acknowledging the business's achievements.
