Limits the power of the legislature to amend a redistricting plan submitted by the independent redistricting commission where it affects more than two percent of the population of any district contained in such plan.
Requires a government photo identification card to be presented when casting a ballot; provides for a method to receive a government photo identification card at no charge.
Maddy summaryThis bill requires New York school districts to purchase or lease only zero-emission school buses, defined as electric vehicles powered by batteries or hydrogen fuel cells, starting July 1, 2027. The law mandates that any contractors providing transportation services must also follow this rule when buying new buses and includes provisions requiring the manufacturing and final assembly of these buses and their charging infrastructure to occur within the United States. To support this transition, the bill allows the state commissioner to grant up to 24-month extensions for districts unable to comply due to costs or infrastructure needs, while also requiring a cost-benefit analysis for each district. Additionally, the legislation includes protections for current employees and contractors to prevent job losses or benefits reductions as the fleet changes, and it requires the creation of workforce development plans to manage the transition.
Relates to utilization review program standards; requires use of evidence-based and peer reviewed clinical review criteria; relates to prescription drug formulary changes and pre-authorization for certain health care services.
Enacts "Melanie's law"; relates to orders of protection; allows courts to issue orders of protection for immediate family members or household members of the named victims, regardless of age.
Extends the time period for tenancy rights from 30 days to 45 days of possession; adds squatting to the definition of criminal trespass in the third degree.
Maddy summaryThis bill expands the existing firearm license in New York State to permit open carry of a firearm, in addition to the current allowance for concealed carry. It directly affects individuals who already hold a valid license to carry a concealed weapon, removing the previous restriction that limited them to carrying only when concealed. The law explicitly states that these licensees may carry their firearms openly regardless of their employment status or location, provided they comply with existing state and federal regulations. The changes are set to take effect on November 1st of the year following the bill's enactment, with rules and regulations updated accordingly.
Relates to the classification of the drug xylazine as a schedule I controlled substance, and to the criminal sale and possession of xylazine or preparations, compounds, mixtures or substances containing xylazine.
Permits those licensed to carry or possess a pistol or revolver or to purchase or take possession of a semi-automatic rifle or licensed to hunt wildlife to purchase or take possession of ammunition without requiring contacting the statewide license and record database.
Repeals certain provisions establishing a fee for background checks on certain firearm and ammunition purchases; removes such fees as a source of funds for the background check fund.
