Makes technical corrections to the definition of the weapon designated as a "throwing star" or "shuriken"; updates such term from the outdated term "Kung Fu star" to reflect such term's correct etymology.
Establishes a comprehensive electric vehicle fast charging station implementation plan; requires the New York state energy and research development authority to further establish a "Fast Charge NY working group" to develop such plan; makes related provisions.
Maddy summaryThis bill directs the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority to create a report on how to set up microgrids for critical facilities like hospitals, schools, and emergency shelters. The report must recommend specific locations based on past storm damage and the needs of disadvantaged communities, while also outlining necessary funding options. A microgrid is defined as a local power system that can operate independently or connect to the main grid to ensure electricity stays on during outages. The authority was required to submit these recommendations to state leaders within one year, but the bill was ultimately vetoed by the governor in November 2024.
Maddy summaryThis bill requires that passengers aged 8 through 16 wear seat belts on charter buses, while passengers 16 and older must also be restrained by approved safety belts. It defines a charter bus as a vehicle transporting a group of people for a specific trip under a single contract and clarifies that violations by children under 16 will result in a summons issued to their parent or guardian rather than the child. The legislation also establishes an affirmative defense for parents if the bus was not equipped with seat belts that were visible, accessible, or in good working order, and it sets a civil fine of up to $50 for violating these new requirements.
Repeals the rebates for stock transfer tax paid; dedicates funds of the stock transfer tax fund and stock transfer incentive fund to various funds; establishes the safe water and infrastructure action program.
Authorizes Saddle Rock Minyan to file an application for retroactive real property tax exemption with respect to the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 assessment rolls.
Maddy summaryThis bill allows individuals to request physical copies of their medical records from healthcare providers. Under the new rules, anyone authorized to view their own patient information can ask for a hard copy of these documents, including original mammograms, within a reasonable timeframe after submitting a written request. The legislation amends existing public health laws to formalize this right and takes effect immediately upon signing. It applies to all health care providers who maintain patient information and the individuals who have access to that data.
Maddy summaryThis bill officially recognizes the Alert Volunteer Exempt Firefighter's Benevolent Association of Great Neck, New York, as a continuing legal entity. It defines eligibility for membership to include current and former volunteers from the local fire company, as well as those who have received firefighter certificates from other volunteer groups, while excluding anyone removed for cause. The legislation grants the association the authority to join larger firefighter organizations, accept property transfers from the fire company, and collect specific fire insurance taxes to fund its operations. These funds are designated for the care and relief of disabled or indigent volunteer and exempt firefighters and their families.
Authorizes treatment of workers' compensation injuries by an occupational therapy assistant and a physical therapy assistant; directs certain records to be retained.
Authorizes the county of Nassau assessor to accept an application for a real property tax exemption from St. Gregorios Malankara Orthodox Church Queens, Inc. for portions of the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 assessment rolls.
