Asm. Bill Conrad

Provides that certain persons shall not be deemed a distributor for certain sales of premium cigars; provides that the tax on premium cigars shall be at the rate of seventy-five percent of the wholesale price or fifty cents, whichever is less, and is intended to be imposed only once upon the sale of any premium cigars; defines "premium cigar".

Maddy summaryThis bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to designate March 9-13, 2026, as Civic Learning Week in New York State. The resolution highlights the importance of youth civic engagement and encourages students to participate in community and political activities. It does not create new laws or programs but serves as a symbolic gesture to raise awareness about civic education. Copies of the resolution will be sent to the Governor and DemocracyReady NY, an organization focused on civic education.

Requires certain investor-owned gas or electric corporations to refund ratepayers when their achieved return on equity exceeds authorized rates of return by fifty percent.

Renames the block grant for child care to the early childhood fund; requires the office of children and family services administer such fund; expands who qualifies for guaranteed child care assistance.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends New York's military law to allow uniformed members of the New York National Guard who have received duty orders to ride for free on public transportation, including subways, buses, trains, ferries, and toll roads. The provision requires service members to be in uniform or present a valid duty order or certificate to qualify for the free passage. The changes apply to existing organized militia members and take effect 30 days after the bill becomes law.

Permits the establishment of reserve funds for unanticipated costs relating to special education, provided that the amount in such fund shall not exceed four percent of the district's current school year budget.

Establishes the "clean fuel standard of 2026"; provides such standard is intended to reduce greenhouse gas intensity from the on-road transportation sector, with further reductions to be implemented based upon advances in technology.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially designate March 2026 as Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month in New York. It aims to increase public understanding of conditions like hemophilia and Von Willebrand disease, which cause blood to clot slowly and can lead to serious health complications. The resolution directs the governor to issue a proclamation aligning with the national observance of the same month. The bill does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to highlight the importance of early diagnosis and ongoing care for affected individuals.

Maddy summaryBill A 8082 establishes a new retirement service credit for members of public retirement systems who have served as volunteer firefighters or emergency service personnel. Eligible members can receive one year of service credit for every five years of volunteer service, up to a maximum of three years of credit for fifteen years of service. To qualify, members must have at least five years of other credited service and pay a fee equivalent to three percent of their compensation for the twelve months prior to application, for each year of credited volunteer service. This credit can be applied towards special twenty or twenty-five year retirement plans.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) commending Michael Kessler, Director of the Town of Tonawanda Water Resource Department, for receiving the American Public Works Association Western Branch's Distinguished Service to Public Works Award. The resolution formally expresses the legislative body's appreciation for his community service and leadership in public works. It contains no new laws, funding, or policy changes - it simply records a formal commendation. The resolution was introduced and adopted on February 25, 2026, with a copy to be sent to Mr. Kessler.