Asm. Charles Lavine

Maddy summaryThis resolution (K 696) asks Governor Hochul to officially designate September 2025 as "Urological Health Awareness Month" in New York State. It focuses on raising public awareness about prostate cancer, highlighting that it is the second leading cause of cancer death among men and disproportionately affects African American men. The resolution emphasizes the importance of early screening through PSA tests and digital exams, noting that early detection significantly improves survival rates. As a symbolic measure, it does not create new laws, allocate funds, or change health policies - it solely requests a gubernatorial proclamation to promote awareness.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes New York's first legal framework for creating valid electronic wills. It requires electronic wills to be signed by the testator (or an authorized person in their physical presence), witnessed by two individuals domiciled in a state, and filed electronically with New York courts within 30 days of execution. The law mandates a prominent caution notice about the will's requirements and validity, including the need for witnesses and filing deadlines. This directly affects New York residents creating wills, allowing digital execution while maintaining key safeguards like witness requirements and court filing.

Maddy summaryThis bill (K 634) is a symbolic resolution requesting Governor Hochul to officially designate June 2025 as "Post-Traumatic Stress Injury Awareness Month" and June 27, 2025, as "Post-Traumatic Stress Injury Awareness Day" in New York. It does not create new laws or policies but asks the Governor to issue a formal proclamation recognizing this awareness period. The resolution aims to highlight the importance of addressing invisible injuries like PTSD/PTSI through public recognition, citing benefits like encouraging treatment-seeking behavior. As a procedural resolution, it directly affects no individuals or entities but seeks to elevate public awareness.

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 summaryThis resolution requests Governor Kathy Hochul to issue a formal proclamation designating October 2025 as Polish American Heritage Month in New York State. It directly recognizes Polish American cultural contributions and communities within New York, particularly highlighting New York City's large Polish population. As a commemorative resolution (not a law), it has no binding effect but serves to honor historical and contemporary Polish American heritage. The resolution was adopted by the Assembly on May 28, 2025.

Raises the exclusion of certain indebtedness of school districts other than school districts in a city with one hundred twenty-five thousand inhabitants or more according to the latest federal census.

Maddy summaryBill A 678 amends existing education law regarding registered pharmacy technicians. Currently, these technicians are limited to practicing in specific types of licensed facilities or pharmacies owned by such facilities. This bill expands their scope, allowing registered pharmacy technicians to assist licensed pharmacists in *any* pharmacy. They must continue to operate under the direct personal supervision of a licensed pharmacist, performing tasks that do not require professional judgment, such as compounding or labeling drugs.

Maddy summaryBill K 466 is an Assembly Resolution memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2025 as Stroke Awareness Month in the State of New York. It encourages New Yorkers to inquire about stroke prevention and warning signs.

Maddy summaryBill K 438 is a resolution that formally requests Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2025 as Hepatitis C Awareness Month in the State of New York. The resolution aims to encourage New York citizens to learn about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of Hepatitis C.

Maddy summaryAssembly Resolution No. 419 commemorates May 2025 as the 141st Anniversary of the groundbreaking of Sagamore Hill in Oyster Bay, New York. This resolution honors the historic home of President Theodore Roosevelt and acknowledges its significance to New York State and American heritage. Copies of the resolution are to be transmitted to the National Park Service at Sagamore Hill and historical organizations dedicated to Theodore Roosevelt's legacy.