Relates to the proper venue for an impounding organization to file a petition for a security to be paid by the owner of a seized animal currently in the care of such organization.
Maddy summaryThis bill creates a tax credit for businesses that recycle bivalve mollusk shells (like oyster and clam shells). Taxpayers can claim a credit of up to $1,000 or 10 cents per pound of certified shells donated to DEC-permitted organizations for oyster reef restoration. The credit applies to taxable years starting January 1, 2025, and cannot reduce taxes below the minimum required amount. It directly affects businesses recycling shells who partner with DEC-approved groups restoring coastal habitats.
Requires fashion sellers to carry out environmental due diligence for the portions of their business related to wearing apparel, footwear or fashion bags, including wearing apparel, footwear or fashion bags produced as a private label; establishes a fashion remediation fund.
Expands protections regarding violations of safety conditions in adult care facilities; provides penalties for safety violations and operating without a valid license; prohibits reductions in fines in certain circumstances where a patient is endangered or harmed.
Establishes the hire a vet grant program; provides grants to municipalities where a veteran is hired and employed, for not less than twelve continuous and uninterrupted months in a full-time or part-time position.
Allows for reimbursement of transportation costs for emergency care without prior authorization by the social services official including emergency medical transportation by an ambulance service certified under article 30 of the public health law; authorizes the commissioner of health to establish a reimbursement methodology to ensure providers are reimbursed.
Maddy summaryThis bill creates the Strategic Investment in Workforce Development Program within New York's Urban Development Corporation. It directs the program to collaborate with state agencies to identify workforce shortages, train youth, and support unemployed or underemployed individuals - particularly in high-skill industries. Eligible applicants include employers, nonprofits, and training programs serving these groups, with at least 20% of funds reserved for small businesses and minority/women-owned enterprises. The program must fund training costs (classroom, on-the-job, curriculum) and report annually on participants, certifications, and program evaluations starting in 2027.
Maddy summaryThis 2006 New York law exempts certain large-group life and health insurance policies from state filing and approval requirements. It applies specifically to policies issued to groups with 500+ employees or members, managed by a "qualified benefits manager" (as defined by the bill). Insurers must file an annual list of these exempt policies with the state insurance regulator instead of seeking prior approval. The regulator retains authority to issue cease-and-desist orders for policies violating laws but cannot disapprove exempt policies themselves.
Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a new licensing system for two types of vision impairment specialists: orientation and mobility specialists (who teach safe movement techniques) and vision rehabilitation therapists (who provide training for independent living). It requires these professionals to obtain state licenses to use their titles and defines their specific scope of practice, including assessments, training, and use of adaptive devices. The bill also creates a State Board for Vision Impairment Specialists to oversee licensing, composed of licensed practitioners, medical professionals, and blind community representatives. This directly affects individuals seeking to work in these specialized fields and ensures they meet defined standards before practicing.
Directs the department of public service, in conjunction with the New York state energy research and development authority, and the power authority of the state of New York to commission a study on the utilization of directional noise reduction optimization technology for wind turbines in New York state.
