Asm. Michaelle Solages

Imposes an excise tax on the failure of certain hedge funds owning excess single-family residences to dispose of such residences; establishes the housing down payment trust fund to provide funds to state housing finance agencies to establish new or supplement existing programs that provide down payment assistance to families purchasing homes within the state.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires that the occupant of any project receiving public funds, financial incentives, subsidies, or tax exemptions must be publicly disclosed before a required public hearing. It directly affects developers and agencies seeking public funding or tax breaks for construction projects, mandating disclosure of the occupant's identity at the public hearing stage. The key provision prohibits using public money or tax exemptions if the occupant isn't disclosed during the process outlined in local law. This applies to all such projects without exception, taking effect immediately upon passage.

Requires coverage for hearing aids for patients who are covered under a policy or contract of insurance if the hearing aids are fitted and dispensed by a licensed audiologist certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association following medical clearance by a physician licensed to practice medicine and an audiological evaluation.

Relates to collective bargaining rights for college athletes; authorizes the public employment relations board to exercise jurisdiction over institutions of higher education and college student athlete employees of such institutions in relation to all collective bargaining matters.

Relates to the establishment of free childcare centers in every court in the unified court system for the minor children and dependents of jurors, parties in civil cases, and criminal defendants.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires public transportation facilities to provide private spaces for nursing mothers. It applies to highway rest areas (where food is sold), major bus/rail stations (with over 500,000 annual passengers), and roadside rest areas on specific highways. Key provisions mandate that these spaces include a chair, electrical outlet, and be located outside public restrooms, with compliance required by January 1, 2026. The law directly affects travelers using these facilities and transportation operators responsible for their infrastructure.

Directs the commissioner of health, in consultation with the commissioner of education, the commissioner of mental health, the state board of pharmacy and the commissioner of corrections and community supervision, to promulgate and implement rules and regulations authorizing the use of automated patient dispensing and storage systems for distribution of prescription and non-prescription drugs and medical devices.

Maddy summaryThis bill exempts over-the-counter family planning supplies from sales and use taxes. It specifically covers items like condoms and emergency contraception that prevent pregnancy or protect against sexually transmitted infections without requiring a prescription. The exemption applies to products purchased directly by consumers in stores. The law takes effect 90 days after enactment, applying to all qualifying sales made on or after that date.

Establishes a task force to examine, evaluate, accept public comment and make recommendations concerning the impact of adverse experiences and preventive and trauma-informed policy and practices.

Creates a computer science course requirement for graduation from high school; directs the department of education to design and implement such program.