Enacts the "just energy transition act"; requires a study of competitive options to facilitate the phase-out, replacement and redevelopment of New York state's oldest and most-polluting fossil fueled generation facilities and their sites by the year 2030.
Grants peace officer status to security officers employed by St. Joseph's Health Hospital, North Medical Center and Northeast Medical Center when acting pursuant to their special duties on the grounds or premises owned, controlled or administered by any such hospital or any of its subsidiaries.
Maddy summaryThis bill extends the expiration date for provisions related to the New York Telecommunications Relay Service Center from June 30, 2027, to June 30, 2030. The change directly affects the legal framework governing this center, which provides communication services for individuals with hearing or speech disabilities. By amending the Public Service Law, the bill ensures the center's operational provisions remain in effect for an additional three years. The legislation takes effect immediately upon passage.
Authorizes the use of body imaging scanning equipment in certain facilities for youth and adolescent offenders placed with or committed to the office of children and family services.
Enacts the "victims protection and child sex buyer accountability act" relating to increasing the age of victims of the patronizing, promoting, and compelling of prostitution.
Maddy summaryThis bill dedicates a specific bridge (bridge number 1000250 on State Route 2 crossing State Route 22 in Petersburg, Rensselaer County) to Fire Chief Robert Bornt through commemorative signage. The dedication is ceremonial only, meaning the bridge's official name remains unchanged. The bill requires the Commissioner of Transportation to install and maintain a sign stating "Bridge Dedicated to Fire Chief Robert Bornt" without altering the bridge's official designation.
Places a one year moratorium on the issuance of data center permits; requires utilities to establish an independent classification of service for large data centers; sets energy efficiency goals for data centers; provides for benefits for host communities; sets labor standards for the construction of data centers.
Authorizes early renewal of vehicle registration for members of the armed forces who will be engaged in the performance of their official military duties upon its expiration.
Prohibits motor vehicle manufacturers and dealers from charging a subscription fee for certain functions of a motor vehicle after the vehicle is sold; provides that any manufacturer, dealer, or agent of a manufacturer or dealer that fails to comply with such requirements shall be assessed a civil penalty not to exceed two hundred fifty dollars per point of sale for each violation.
Directs the department of transportation to conduct a comprehensive study of highway construction and maintenance worker safety; directs the department to gather feedback from stakeholders; requires the department to submit a report on its findings and recommendations.
