Asm. Angelo Morinello

Maddy summaryThis bill designates July 16th of each year as "Atomic and Nuclear Veterans Day" in New York State. It adds this day to a list of existing commemorative dates in state law, which includes days honoring veterans, historical events, and cultural figures. The bill creates no new funding, regulations, or obligations - only a formal recognition date for veterans who served in atomic and nuclear programs. It is a purely ceremonial measure with no direct impact on policy or affected individuals beyond the designation itself.

Establishes the bystander protection act which increases the punishment for an offense when a member of the public is harmed, but the intended target is a public official.

Maddy summaryThis bill exempts individuals aged 75 or older from jury duty upon their written request. It requires the chief court administrator to create a form for seniors to submit, after which they are automatically excused unless they later request reinstatement. The exemption remains in effect until the person formally asks to be considered for jury service again. This policy directly affects senior citizens who qualify and seek relief from jury service obligations.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows school districts to provide property tax exemptions for volunteer firefighters' primary residences within their district. To qualify, firefighters must be certified members of a local fire company for at least five years, reside in the district, and live in the property as their main home. The exemption covers up to $12,000 in tax value (adjusted by state rates) and requires school districts to adopt local rules through public hearings. Firefighters with 20+ years of service may qualify for a lifetime exemption if their residence remains in the district.

Relates to decreasing the length of the suspension period applicable to certain individuals who lose their jobs due to a labor dispute, such as a strike, and who seek to obtain unemployment insurance benefits; decreases the suspension period from two consecutive weeks to one week; provides that the waiting period and suspension period shall be served concurrently.

Maddy summaryThis bill eliminates New York State's practice of changing clocks for daylight saving time. It repeals the law requiring clocks to be set forward on the last Sunday in April and back on the last Sunday in October, meaning the state would permanently stay on standard time year-round. The bill directly affects all state agencies, courts, local governments, and public proceedings that currently follow the daylight saving schedule. Key provisions include amending state laws to remove the clock change provisions and repealing a related New York City administrative code section. The change would take effect January 1, 2028.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the state to deposit 5% of any settlement fund totaling $1 million or more directly into the state's general debt service fund, reducing the principal balance of the state's debt. It applies to settlement payments received by the state, such as those from lawsuits or legal agreements. The key provision mandates this automatic transfer without requiring additional legislative action for each settlement. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Directs the comptroller to review and provide a recommendation of approval or modifications, for submission for federal approval of any tribal-state compact approved or executed between the state of New York, the governor, or their designee and an Indian nation or tribe.

Maddy summaryThis bill mandates a life imprisonment sentence without parole for specific murder convictions. It directly affects defendants convicted of first-degree murder involving the killing of a first responder, certain second-degree murders, or aggravated murder. The law requires courts to impose this sentence automatically in these cases, removing judicial discretion for these offenses. It does not apply to defendants under 18 at the time of the crime, who may still receive other sentencing options.

Prohibits the addition or change to certain wage orders which would have the effect of requiring an employer to pay an employee for time not actually worked.