Asm. Bill Conrad

Maddy summaryThis bill raises the minimum daily fee for temporary court interpreters from $25 to $110. It requires town and village courts to cover any compensation exceeding $110 per day for these interpreters. The bill also mandates that courts appoint certified interpreters for deaf or hard of hearing individuals in legal proceedings, with temporary appointments allowed only if certified interpreters aren't immediately available. These changes apply to all courts handling legal cases involving deaf or hard of hearing people.

Maddy summaryAssembly Resolution 834 honors Wayne Baumgartner for 56 years of service to the American Legion Brounshidle Post 205 in Tonawanda, New York, recognizing his roles as Post Commander and volunteer work supporting veterans, community events, and local initiatives like school backpack drives and holiday gift distributions. The resolution, adopted by the Assembly, expresses legislative appreciation for his dedication and transmits a copy to Baumgartner. It does not create new laws or policies but formally acknowledges his civic contributions. This is a ceremonial resolution, not a substantive legislative measure.

Maddy summaryThis resolution commemorates the 50th anniversary of Elmwood Taco & Subs, a Buffalo, New York restaurant founded in 1975 by Ron Lucchino. It formally recognizes the business's history as a family-run establishment (now operated by Ron's children Mike and Jackie Lucchino) and its role in community gathering. The resolution, adopted by the legislature, offers best wishes to the owners and sends a copy of the commemorative document to them. It has no legal effect or policy changes - only symbolic recognition of the restaurant's community impact.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill with policy changes) that formally recognizes the 100th anniversary of the Zonta Club of Kenmore, New York. It commemorates the club's century of service focused on improving opportunities for women and girls in the Kenmore-Tonawanda community through advocacy and local support. The resolution directs the legislative body to pause its work to honor the milestone and sends a copy of the resolution to the Zonta Club. It has no binding effect or policy impact beyond symbolic recognition.

Maddy summaryThis bill (K 833) is a ceremonial resolution honoring Addisyn Van Dewater, a student-athlete from Kenmore West High School, for being named the 2025 Ken-Ton Bee Female Athlete of the Year. It formally commends her achievements as a five-sport athlete with 17 varsity letters, over 1,000 basketball points, leadership in girls' flag football, and academic excellence. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses legislative recognition and will be presented to her as a symbolic gesture. It was introduced and adopted on January 13, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (Assembly Resolution No. 832), not a legislative bill with policy changes. It honors Rodney L. Coots, a firefighter who served over 50 years with the Ellwood Fire Department and later worked as a public safety dispatcher for the Town of Tonawanda. The resolution formally mourns his death and recognizes his dedication to community service. It directs the legislative body to pause deliberations in his memory and send a copy of the resolution to his family. As a procedural tribute, it has no legal effect or impact on any policies or individuals beyond the commemoration.

Maddy summaryThis Assembly Resolution (K 836) honors Cathy Piciulo upon her retirement as CEO of the Kenmore-Tonawanda Chamber of Commerce after 25 years of service, recognizing her leadership in shifting the Chamber's revenue model from insurance to membership dues and sponsorships, and securing a $2 million business grant program for local businesses in 2021. The resolution, adopted by the Assembly, will be presented to Piciulo as a formal tribute to her contributions.

Establishes the previously owned zero-emission vehicles rebate program to provide an incentive of an amount up to $2,000 for individuals who purchase used or previously owned zero-emission vehicles.

Repeals managed long term care provisions for Medicaid recipients; establishes provisions for fully integrated plans for long term care including PACE and MAP plans.

Relates to establishing the New York state grid modernization commission; provides the commission shall conduct a study of research, development and demonstrations of electric grid modernization and shall issue such report to the state energy planning board for consideration in the state energy plan.