Asm. Judy Griffin

Relates to the appointment of the memorial affairs coordinator; relates to the burial of indigent members of the uniformed services of the United States; relates to the disposition of the remains of veterans.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes new requirements for individuals seeking the title "certified interior designer" in New York. To qualify, applicants must complete seven years of professional training (including 2-5 years of approved post-secondary education), pass a national certification exam, and pass a state-specific fire and safety codes exam, with a $135 initial license fee. It allows exemptions for those holding valid out-of-state licenses or who have documented seven years of practice without formal education. The bill amends Education Law Section 8305 to implement these standards.

Enacts the "anti-waiver of employment rights act" to invalidate any express or implied contractual provision waiving or otherwise limiting any employee's substantive or procedural rights, remedies, or claim.

Requires proof of installation, maintenance and regular use of ignition interlock devices when use of such a device is ordered by a court; extends the period of suspension and revocation of a license until such proof is provided.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends New York State law to allow child day care providers to receive financial assistance from industrial development agencies, which previously had restrictions on such funding. The change specifically removes child day care providers from a rule that generally prohibits agencies from funding projects where retail sales make up more than one-third of the total cost. Child day care providers are defined according to existing social services law definitions, and the amendment applies immediately to all relevant projects. The bill affects local industrial development agencies and child care facilities seeking financial support for their operations.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows graduates of accredited master of social work programs to work under supervision for up to 90 days after graduation without full licensure. It requires these graduates to apply for and pay fees for both a license examination and a limited permit to practice. The law also clarifies which individuals are excluded from performing social work services, including students, clergy, and certain government employees, while establishing a temporary pathway for recent graduates to gain practical experience before full licensure.

Imposes a moratorium on the issuance of permits for new data centers; requires the public service commission to issue an order or orders to minimize the impact of new data centers on electricity and gas rates for residential, commercial, and industrial users; clarifies that certain provisions are applicable to the Long Island power authority.

Directs the president of the state civil service commission to conduct a study on job vacancies across state agencies and determine which, if any, state agencies are understaffed.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates fire marshals working in the Long Island Rail Road Company's Office of Fire Marshals as peace officers under New York law. It grants them peace officer status specifically when performing their official duties related to fires, fire extinguishment, and fire perils. The designation does not authorize firearm possession without a separate license under penal law. The change is limited to their fire-related duties and does not alter existing firearm regulations.

Relates to the convening of a human services employee wage board; requires the commissioner of labor to convene a human services employee wage board comprised of twelve members; requires the wage board to hold hearings and report and make recommendations to the governor and legislature no later than December 31, 2027.