Asm. Dave McDonough

Maddy summaryThis bill requires drivers taking the pre-licensing course to operate a motor vehicle in New York to receive information on how to register as an organ and tissue donor. To implement this, the state commissioner must provide instructional handbooks containing donor registry details at every location where these courses are offered. Additionally, the bill mandates that instructors receive extra training to effectively teach various safety topics included in the curriculum. The changes will take effect approximately 270 days after the law is signed.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority to create a report on how to set up microgrids for critical facilities like hospitals, schools, and emergency shelters. The report must recommend specific locations based on past storm damage and the needs of disadvantaged communities, while also outlining necessary funding options. A microgrid is defined as a local power system that can operate independently or connect to the main grid to ensure electricity stays on during outages. The authority was required to submit these recommendations to state leaders within one year, but the bill was ultimately vetoed by the governor in November 2024.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires correctional facilities to return all identification materials to individuals immediately upon their release from custody. It mandates that staff take charge of these items when they are brought into the facility and ensure they are logged and handed back when the person is discharged or legally entitled to them. Additionally, the law directs the commissioner to create rules for managing these items during transfers between facilities. The changes apply to all incarcerated individuals and take effect immediately upon signing.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates a specific stretch of State Route 747 in Montgomery, Orange County, as the "Steve Nicoli Memorial Highway" to honor an individual. The legislation requires transportation officials to install and maintain signs for this designation while clarifying that the change is ceremonial and does not alter the official legal name of the road. The act takes effect immediately upon signing, serving as a commemorative measure rather than a functional change to traffic laws or commerce.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates New York's school safety laws to require districts to create detailed, confidential site maps for emergency responders and provides state funding to cover the cost of producing these maps. The maps must include floor plans, aerial imagery, and specific labels for hazards and utilities in a digital format that works with existing law enforcement and school security software without requiring new purchases. Additionally, the legislation authorizes the state to offer extra financial aid to school districts for purchasing security devices like stationary metal detectors and cameras, provided these items are included in the district's approved safety plan. By standardizing how emergency data is shared and funded, the bill aims to ensure first responders have accurate, up-to-date information during crises while maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive school layouts.

Establishes "The Bart Law"; requires a hyperbaric oxygen therapy pilot program to treat veterans suffering from traumatic brain injuries and post-traumatic stress disorder.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows the Maimonides Educational Center in Nassau County to apply for a real property tax exemption for its building located in Merrick. It authorizes the county assessor to accept this application late for the 2020-2021 tax period, treating it as if it had been submitted on time. If the application is approved by the county legislature, the organization may receive a refund of any taxes already paid and have related penalties or liens removed. The law takes effect immediately upon signing.

Requires law enforcement and courts to notify the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency (ICE) when an arrested person or defendant is not a United States citizen; adjusts certain maximum sentences for class A misdemeanors and unclassified misdemeanors; requires notification to be made to the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency prior to the release of certain noncitizens; repeals provisions of the "protect our courts act".

Maddy summaryThis bill requires motor vehicle dealerships to receive full and fair payment from their franchisors for all warranty-related work, including repairs, diagnostics, and parts. It mandates that payments for approved claims be made within thirty days and sets a specific method for calculating compensation based on the rates dealers charge their own customers for similar non-warranty services. The law also establishes a process for dealers to declare their reimbursement rates and limits exclusions to items like wholesale parts, tires, and routine maintenance. By defining "reasonable compensation" and outlining dispute resolution steps, the bill aims to ensure dealers are not underpaid for services performed under manufacturer warranties.

Maddy summaryThis bill mandates that all public colleges and universities in the state provide menstrual products free of charge in their restrooms. The law requires schools to stock these items in school buildings without charging students for them. It applies immediately to every public institution of higher education within the jurisdiction.