Asm. Phil Palmesano

Maddy summaryThis bill introduces two main changes to state financial management: it sets a limit on how much government spending can grow each year and raises the maximum amount the state can save in its rainy day fund. The spending growth cap is calculated based on the average inflation rate of the previous three years, meaning the governor cannot propose a budget that increases spending by more than this percentage unless a declared emergency allows for a special two-thirds vote to override the limit. Additionally, the bill increases the maximum capacity of the rainy day fund to twenty percent of the projected general fund disbursements, allowing the state to set aside more money for future financial emergencies. These measures directly affect the governor, the legislature, and the state comptroller by restricting budget proposals and altering how much money can be transferred to the reserve fund.

Enacts the "Seneca county water and sewer authority act"; establishes the Seneca county water and sewer authority district and the Seneca county water and sewer authority.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows the County of Steuben to let Deputy Sheriff Erica M. McCoy join a special twenty-five-year retirement plan she previously missed due to administrative errors. To qualify, the county must submit a resolution confirming she was not negligent in missing the application deadline, and she must formally request coverage within a year of the law taking effect. The county will cover all past service costs for this change, spreading the expense over five years, while the deputy sheriff gains full retirement benefits associated with the plan.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the direct shipment of liquor, cider, mead, and braggot across state lines into New York, expanding on existing rules that already allow wine to be shipped directly to consumers. To participate, out-of-state distilleries must obtain a specific license from the state authority, pay an annual fee, and agree to ship no more than thirty-six cases per year to residents who are at least twenty-one years old. The legislation requires strict safety measures, including age verification at delivery, clear labeling on shipping containers, and the maintenance of detailed records for tax and audit purposes. Additionally, the bill establishes that these sales are subject to New York state and local taxes, ensuring that revenue is collected at the point of delivery.

Increases the applicable percentage of the child tax credit allowed in the empire state child tax credit from thirty-three percent to forty-five percent; prescribes how such payment or refund should be made based on amount.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows local governments to offer a full real property tax exemption for the primary homes of veterans with a 100 percent service-connected disability. To qualify, the veteran must have been honorably discharged, be rated as permanently and totally disabled by the Department of Veterans Affairs, and be considered individually unemployable. The exemption also extends to LGBT veterans who meet the same disability and discharge criteria. If passed, the law would apply to property tax assessments starting on or after January 2, 2024.

Establishes the rural suicide prevention council to identify barriers to mental health and substance use treatment and prevention services and other policies, practices, resources, services, and potential legislation that aim to reduce death by suicide and suicide attempts and acknowledge the demographic and cultural differences in rural communities; makes related provisions.

Maddy summaryThis bill grants peace officer status to animal control officers working for the County of Schuyler. The law defines these officers using existing state definitions and allows them to perform duties associated with peace officers, such as making arrests. However, the bill explicitly states that these officers cannot carry, possess, repair, or dispose of firearms unless they first obtain a specific license. The changes take effect immediately upon becoming law.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally congratulates Taylor Farrell for winning the Girls 1-mile Race Walk Championship at the New Balance Indoor Nationals on March 8, 2024. It recognizes her specific achievement of setting a new meet record with a time of 7:05.14 and acknowledges the support she received from her community and coach, Ray Lawson. The resolution serves as an official commendation from the legislative body and directs that copies of the document be sent to Farrell and her coach.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a formal resolution that recognizes the 100th anniversary of the Central Steuben Chamber of Commerce in Bath, New York. It acknowledges the organization's history of supporting local businesses, promoting community events, and contributing to regional economic growth since its founding in 1924. The resolution directs the legislature to pause briefly to honor the Chamber's achievements and instructs officials to send a copy of the document to the organization.