Asm. Pat Chludzinski

Maddy summaryThis bill (A 966) mandates that the state transportation department install signs on all state highways stating "Watch for Motorcycles" to improve rider visibility. It directly affects drivers traveling on state highways by requiring these standardized signs at locations designated under traffic control guidelines. The key provision specifies the exact wording and requires installation to follow the state's official traffic device manual. The law takes effect on April 1st following enactment, with rules for implementation authorized immediately.

Maddy summaryThis bill removes a requirement that a supervising adult and a minor remain at ground level during deer hunting in New York. It directly affects minors aged 14-17 who hunt with a parent, guardian, or responsible adult, as it eliminates the specific ground-level rule previously mandated. The bill amends existing law by deleting the ground-level provision while retaining other safety requirements: the adult must have at least three years of deer hunting experience, hold a valid hunting license, and maintain physical control (defined as being able to give verbal instructions, maintain visual contact, and provide guidance). The key change simplifies supervision rules without altering the adult's experience or license requirements. This amendment took effect immediately upon enactment.

Maddy summaryThis bill exempts retired judges from the crime of illegally carrying firearms in sensitive locations, specifically for those already licensed to carry pistols or revolvers under existing law. It adds a new exemption to New York's penal code for retired judges of the Court of Appeals, Supreme Court, County Court, and other specified courts who hold valid firearm licenses. The exemption applies when these retired judges are lawfully carrying firearms in sensitive locations, as defined by current law. The change directly affects retired judicial officers who are licensed firearm carriers and wish to carry while in sensitive areas. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Requires courts to consider whether an individual poses a risk or threat of physical danger to the safety of any person or the community when imposing a securing order; makes stalking in the second and third degree a qualifying offense; makes related provisions.

Directs the commissioner of the office of mental health to create and operate a law enforcement, first responder, active and non-active-duty service members and veteran informational mobile application.

Allows for principals to be remanded into custody for drug treatment where there is a risk of continued substance abuse or the use of an opioid antagonist was required.

Maddy summaryThis bill (A 5661) changes New York State's earned income credit (EIC) calculation for tax years starting in 2026, setting the applicable credit percentage at 45% for qualifying low-income taxpayers. It directly affects New York residents who claim the EIC, increasing their state credit amount. The bill includes a safeguard: if federal actions materially reduce New York's ability to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) block grant funds for the EIC, the credit percentage would drop to 20% for affected years. The change applies to tax years beginning January 1, 2026, and requires state officials to certify any triggering federal event.

Grants Lawrence Korzeniewski, the statutory beneficiary of Janice Korzeniewski, accidental death benefits because Janice Korzeniewski was directed by her employer to return to work and contracted COVID-19 within 45 days of reporting to work and died from such disease.

Protects the identity of witnesses of hate crimes in discovery proceedings by requiring identifying information to be redacted, unless the court rules otherwise for good cause shown.

Relates to the creation of a school-based teen dating violence prevention program designed to be incorporated into a school district's existing health curriculum to prevent and reduce the incidence and prevalence of teen dating violence.