Asm. Bill Conrad

Maddy summaryThis bill increases the minimum daily fee for temporary court interpreters in New York from $25 to $110. It requires town and village courts to cover the cost of fees exceeding $110 per day, shifting this responsibility from county courts. The law applies directly to temporary interpreters serving in court proceedings and affects local town/village budgets. Key provisions include the new $110 minimum rate and the requirement for towns/villages to pay for fees above this threshold when interpreting services are needed for deaf or hard of hearing individuals.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) congratulating the Buffalo Bandits lacrosse team for winning the National Lacrosse League Championship on May 24, 2025. It specifically recognizes their third consecutive title, their 15-6 victory over the Saskatchewan Rush, and their community impact. The resolution formally honors the team players and Head Coach John Tavares, and directs that a copy be sent to them. As a procedural resolution, it has no legal effect but serves to publicly acknowledge the team's achievement.

Maddy summaryAssembly Resolution 591 is a symbolic resolution adopted by the New York State Assembly to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Buffalo Zoo. It recognizes the zoo's history since 1875, its role in wildlife conservation, community engagement, and economic contributions to Buffalo and Erie County. The resolution formally expresses the Assembly's appreciation for the zoo's work and directs that a copy be sent to the Buffalo Zoo as a token of recognition. This resolution has no legal effect or policy changes, serving solely as a ceremonial acknowledgment.

Maddy summaryAssembly Resolution K 501 honors John Moffat for his extensive volunteerism, including over 2,000 hours with the AmeriCorps Retired Senior Volunteer Program and his service at the Buffalo & Erie County Naval & Military Park. The resolution recognizes him in anticipation of his special designation by the New York State Office for the Aging on May 27, 2025.

Maddy summaryAssembly Resolution No. 500 commends Lily Cook, the Class of 2025 Valedictorian of Mount St. Mary Academy. It recognizes her outstanding accomplishments in academics, athletics, extracurricular activities, and community service.

Maddy summaryBill K 502 is a resolution that commends Diana DeAngelo, the Class of 2025 Salutatorian of Mount St. Mary Academy, for her outstanding academic achievements, extracurricular involvement, and community service. This bill serves to officially recognize her accomplishments.

Maddy summaryAssembly Resolution No. 482 is a congratulatory resolution that honors Kit Panna for earning the distinguished Gold Award, the highest honor in Girl Scouts. The resolution formally recognizes their achievement, specifically highlighting their "You are Gonna be OK!" project, which created 350 luggage bags with comfort items for children entering foster care. Upon adoption, a copy of the resolution will be transmitted to Kit Panna.

Maddy summaryAssembly Resolution K 422 commemorates the 80th Anniversary of Master Rug Cleaners, a family-owned carpet cleaning, sales, and repair business in Tonawanda, New York. The resolution recognizes the company's contributions to the economic vitality of its community and the state.

Maddy summaryAssembly Resolution No. 409 is a commemorative resolution that mourns the death of Assistant Chief of Detectives Gregory Simonian of the Buffalo Police Department. This resolution honors his life, career, and service to the community, and directs that a copy be transmitted to his family.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires New York State parks to actively promote farmers markets within state parks that sell locally grown food products, without harming park environments. It mandates parks officials to post market locations/times on their website, identify new park locations for markets, and coordinate with agencies like Empire State Development and Agriculture. The policy directly affects state parks management and farmers markets operating in park settings. It creates concrete requirements for information sharing and collaboration but does not fund or mandate new markets.