Asm. Crystal Peoples-Stokes

Provides that certain purchase contracts to purchase food can be awarded to a qualified bidder who fulfills certain values based procurement standards when such bid is not more than 10% higher than the lowest responsible bidder and when the bidder makes publicly available data on where such bidder sources their food items; sets forth the criteria for values based procurement standards to include local economies, environmental sustainability, racial equity, valued workforce, animal welfare, and nutrition.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that asks the New York State Legislature to pause its work on June 19, 2024, to honor Juneteenth. It recognizes the historical significance of the day, which marks the effective end of slavery in the United States in 1865. The resolution does not create a new law or change any policies; instead, it serves as a formal acknowledgment of the holiday. The text is intended to be sent to the New York Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic and Asian Legislative Caucus.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows the City of Buffalo to sell specific serial bonds or notes issued by June 30, 2025, using private sales methods that are normally restricted. Under the new rules, the city can negotiate agreements with underwriters to sell these bonds at a discount or pay them a negotiated fee instead of the full face value plus interest. The costs associated with these private sales are classified as preliminary expenses rather than general operating costs. The legislation applies only to bonds issued before the specified deadline and requires state comptroller approval for the sale terms.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution honoring the life and legacy of Stephanie Ann Barber Geter, a prominent community leader from Buffalo, New York, who passed away in January 2024. The document formally acknowledges her decades of service in government, non-profit organizations, and local housing initiatives, highlighting her specific achievements such as securing significant federal grants for community projects. It directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to pay tribute to her contributions and mandates that a copy of the resolution be sent to her family.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes specific limits on interest rates charged on overdue property taxes for residential real estate. Starting in the 2025 fiscal year, the interest rate for these payments cannot be higher than the prime interest rate set by the commissioner, nor can it fall below 2% or rise above 16%. These caps apply to condominiums and cooperatives, while vacant and abandoned properties listed on a state registry remain exempt from these restrictions. The law overrides any local rules that previously set interest rates above the new 16% maximum.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates existing laws to require that certain insurance forms include a designated space for individuals to register as organ donors. It directly affects insurance companies and the people who fill out their application forms by ensuring they have an easy way to express their donation wishes. The legislation authorizes health and financial regulators to create necessary rules before the main provisions take effect on January 1, 2026. While the core requirement remains the same as previous laws, this act adjusts the timeline for when the new rules must be implemented.

Establishes a fiscal cliff task force to conduct a study on fiscal cliffs in the state's public assistance programs and to make recommendations related thereto.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires that test reports for lead-based paint be disclosed during the sale of residential real estate in New York State. It applies to all properties built before 1978 and mandates that inspection results be shared with buyers to ensure they are aware of potential hazards before completing a transaction. By adding a new article to the Real Property Law, the legislation aims to create a statewide registry of these test results, making information about lead risks more accessible to future renters and purchasers. The act is designed to complement existing federal disclosure rules and local testing requirements, particularly in New York City, by ensuring consistent transparency across the entire state.

Relates to state contracts being only with internet service providers compliant with net neutrality; prohibits the purchase of internet services from a non-net neutral source of internet services; requires certain disclosures by internet providers.

Provides that a person is guilty of criminal impersonation in the second degree when a person pretends to be a servicemember or former servicemember, or a first responder, or as having received a decoration or medal; establishes a stolen valor fee.