Asm. Al Stirpe

Maddy summaryBill A 7666 allows county comptrollers to audit projects and actions by industrial development agencies (IDAs) and certain non-profit corporations affiliated with local governments within their counties. It requires comptrollers to examine IDAs (defined under Public Authorities Law) and non-profits sponsored by or created by counties, cities, towns, or villages. If a county lacks a comptroller, the chief elected official must designate a budget or finance director to conduct these audits. The bill takes effect 90 days after enactment and aims to enhance financial oversight of these entities without altering their core operations.

Provides for the initiation of treatment for COVID-19, influenza, and pharyngitis resulting from a Group A streptococcal infection by a licensed pharmacist in certain circumstances.

Maddy summaryThis bill (A 4783) exempts certain property and services used in New York's licensed adult-use cannabis cultivation from state sales and use taxes. It directly affects businesses holding adult-use cultivator, cooperative, or microbusiness licenses under New York's cannabis law. Key provisions include exempting tangible property (like equipment) and vehicles used predominantly (over 50% of use) in cannabis cultivation, with vehicle use defined as trips between cultivation sites or directly related to operations. Businesses can purchase exempt property tax-free by providing a completed exemption certificate to vendors or motor vehicle authorities.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows New York school districts to create policies enabling home-schooled students to try out for and join district interscholastic sports teams. It requires these students to meet the same academic, health, and behavioral standards as enrolled public school students, including annual academic verification and age/eligibility rules. Home-schooled students would only be eligible to participate with their district of residence and must arrange their own transportation. The policy is optional for school districts and does not mandate participation.

Maddy summaryThis bill (A 6192) establishes a 5-year moratorium on the land application, sale, and distribution of biosolids and products containing them for agricultural or landscaping use (like fertilizer or soil amendment). It directly affects wastewater treatment facilities, farmers, and businesses using biosolids-derived products, banning their use on crops, parks, golf courses, and similar non-crop lands. The moratorium excludes landfill disposal of biosolids and certain composts made from food waste, manure, or crop residues (not biosolids). Violations carry fines up to $2,500 per offense plus daily penalties.

Maddy summaryThis bill, the "optometry freedom act," prohibits insurance carriers and vision plans from restricting optometrists' choices for sourcing eye care products and services. It directly affects optometrists and vision care plans by banning contractual clauses that force optometrists to use specific labs or suppliers for covered materials (like glasses, contacts, and frames) or covered services. The key provision removes restrictions on optometrists' ability to select their own suppliers for reimbursement-eligible items, such as lenses, frames, and contact lenses, without violating plan contracts. The law takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Authorizes the sale of non-alcoholic versions of alcoholic beverages by licensees and wholesalers; defines non-alcoholic versions of alcoholic beverages.

Relates to the tolling of statute of limitations for individuals in state custody; provides that with respect to state action brought by anyone to recover damages for physical, psychological, or other injury or condition suffered while in state custody, the time in which such action must commence shall be extended to three years after such person is released from such custody.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows certified medication aides in New York residential health care facilities to administer certain routine medications under specific conditions. It permits aides to give pre-packaged medications (like oral pills or liquids) but prohibits injections (except for insulin, diabetes care, naloxone, or epinephrine), sterile procedures, or central line maintenance. Aides must work under direct supervision of a registered nurse (RN), complete required training and competency checks, and document all medication administration. The law also sets strict qualifications for aides, including a high school diploma, English proficiency, and specific training, while prohibiting them from assessing patient needs or practicing as licensed nurses.

Maddy summaryThis bill adds 5 points to a driver's license for anyone convicted of participating in speed contests or races. It directly affects drivers found guilty of such activities under current vehicle laws. The law amends the vehicle and traffic code to impose this specific license penalty alongside existing fines or jail time, effective November 1st after enactment.