Asm. Michaelle Solages

Maddy summaryThis resolution asks Governor Hochul to proclaim May 6, 2025, as "Mother's Equal Pay Day" in New York, symbolizing when mothers' earnings catch up to fathers' from the previous year. It highlights that mothers with children under 18 earn 69 cents for every dollar fathers earn - wider than the general gender pay gap - impacting families' financial security. The resolution encourages businesses to conduct internal pay evaluations but does not create new laws or mandate changes. As a symbolic gesture, it directly affects public recognition of the mother-specific pay gap, not individual pay rates.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (K 670) requests Governor Kathy Hochul to officially proclaim August 2025 as "Breastfeeding Awareness Month" in New York State. It directly asks the Governor and the New York State Department of Health to recognize and promote breastfeeding through this annual designation. The resolution cites health benefits for mothers and infants (including reduced disease risks and bonding) but does not create new laws or funding. As a symbolic gesture, it aims to encourage public awareness and education about breastfeeding, aligning with national recommendations.

Maddy summaryThis resolution requests Governor Hochul to officially designate May 19, 2025, as Human Milk Day in New York State, honoring mothers who donate breast milk for infants and premature babies. It does not create new laws or policies but serves as a symbolic tribute to highlight the health benefits of donor breast milk, as supported by organizations like the World Health Organization. The resolution aligns with global observances of World Human Milk Day and emphasizes the role of donor milk in reducing infant health risks.

Maddy summaryAssembly Resolution 568 requests Governor Kathy Hochul to issue a proclamation designating May 1-8, 2025, as Maternal Health Awareness Week in New York State, aligning with World Maternal Mental Health Day on May 7. The resolution seeks to increase public awareness of maternal mental health challenges, including postpartum depression, which affects 10-20% of new mothers in New York. It does not create new laws or policies but encourages state-level recognition of these health issues through a designated awareness period. The resolution was adopted by the Assembly on May 22, 2025.

Maddy summaryBill A 678 amends existing education law regarding registered pharmacy technicians. Currently, these technicians are limited to practicing in specific types of licensed facilities or pharmacies owned by such facilities. This bill expands their scope, allowing registered pharmacy technicians to assist licensed pharmacists in *any* pharmacy. They must continue to operate under the direct personal supervision of a licensed pharmacist, performing tasks that do not require professional judgment, such as compounding or labeling drugs.

Maddy summaryBill K 538 is a resolution that asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially proclaim May 4-10, 2025, as Late Onset Hearing Loss Awareness Week in New York State. This aims to increase public awareness about late onset hearing loss in children and encourage early diagnosis and intervention.

Maddy summaryBill K 521 is a resolution that memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 3, 2025, as Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis Awareness Day in the State of New York. This bill aims to raise public awareness about Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), a childhood disorder, and highlight the importance of early detection and access to specialized treatment for affected children in New York.

Establishes the youth justice innovation fund to make funds available to community-based organizations for services and programs with the purpose of youth development and preventing youth arrest and incarceration.

Maddy summaryAssembly Resolution K 515 memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to officially proclaim May 2025 as Maternal Depression Awareness Month in New York State. This aims to increase public awareness of maternal depression and its various forms, affecting new mothers and families across the state.

Maddy summaryBill K 484 is a resolution that asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially proclaim May 11-17, 2025, as Fibromyalgia Awareness Week in New York State. This action aims to raise public awareness and understanding of Fibromyalgia and its impact on affected individuals.