Requires the terms and conditions of any individual life insurance policy loan to be in writing, be signed by the insured and the agent and contain a signed statement that the agent has explained the terms to the policyholder.
Maddy summaryThis bill modifies insurance requirements for specific vehicle types under New York's vehicle and traffic law. It allows risk retention groups (specialized insurance pools) to provide coverage for commuter vans, pre-arranged for-hire vehicles (like small shuttle services), and wheelchair-accessible vehicles - provided they meet defined safety and accessibility standards. These vehicles must not be used solely for personal trips by executives or their families, and accessible vehicles must comply with ADA requirements (e.g., wheelchair lifts, assistive listening systems). The change primarily affects non-profit organizations and transportation operators using these vehicle types, expanding their insurance options without requiring traditional insurers.
Authorizes the study of the number of senior citizens in New York state who have filed for bankruptcy in the past ten years; provides that the director of the office for the aging shall deliver a copy of the findings of the study conducted and any legislative recommendations to the governor and the legislature.
Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits sports betting on public elementary or secondary school property and on school buses. It directly affects mobile sports wagering operators and bettors by establishing school grounds as restricted locations where bets cannot be placed. The law clarifies that a bet is considered placed where the betting company's server receives it, but this rule does not apply when the bet is made on school property. The measure takes effect immediately upon passage and amends existing racing and wagering laws to include this new restriction.
Maddy summaryThis bill, titled the Didarul Islam police recruitment act, allows certain New York City public safety workers to count their prior service toward their New York City police pension fund. It specifically includes time spent as school safety agents, corrections officers, traffic enforcement agents, or police cadets before joining the uniformed police force. To qualify, members must transfer their contributions from the city employees' retirement system to the police pension fund and pay any required interest. The change applies immediately and affects those eligible for police pension benefits who previously worked in related city safety roles.
Enacts the "Edeedson 'Joshy' Cine, Jr. Transparency Act"; requires businesses that possess surveillance footage relevant to an ongoing New York state law enforcement investigation into a felony offense believed to have been committed on the premises of such business shall immediately release such surveillance footage to a New York state law enforcement agency upon receipt of a formal written request by such law enforcement agency; establishes exceptions to the requirement to immediately release footage; establishes penalties.
Establishes a mandatory statewide, classroom-based water safety education program; provides that the commissioner of education shall work with New York State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance certified educators to develop and promulgate a statewide, age-appropriate, classroom-based water safety education guidance document; provides that within twenty-four months of the effective date of the bill, the department of education shall initiate statewide implementation of water safety education; provides that instruction shall be classroom-based and waterless and shall not require student access to aquatic facilities, swimming instruction, or in-water assessment.
Maddy summaryThis concurrent resolution fills two vacancies on the Board of Regents of the University of the State of New York. It re-elects Patrick A. Mannion to serve the fifth Judicial District (Onondaga County) and elects Dr. Janice W. Shorenstein to serve At Large, both for five-year terms starting April 1, 2026. The resolution implements a required process under Education Law section 202 to address expiring terms and was adopted by the Assembly and Senate on February 25, 2026.
Maddy summaryThis bill creates an independent office of chief medical examiner within the Department of Corrections, staffed by medically qualified professionals (doctors with forensic pathology certification and death investigation experience). It requires the office to conduct independent autopsies and investigations for all deaths in correctional facilities, collect detailed data on each death, and publish public annual reports including cause, manner, and demographic details of incarcerated individuals who died. The office must also issue preliminary death reports within 90 days of an incident and share all reports with district attorneys, the attorney general, and the legislature. This directly affects all individuals incarcerated in state correctional facilities by establishing standardized, transparent oversight of death investigations.
Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes New York's Liquor Authority to permit outdoor alcohol service for specific special events during June and July 2026. It directly affects licensed alcohol businesses (like bars and restaurants with on-premises permits) and local governments seeking to approve such events in designated areas. Key provisions include allowing enclosed outdoor service areas with flexible barrier rules, requiring joint licensee responsibility for enforcement issues, mandating safety resources like law enforcement patrols, and setting requirements for shared service areas on public civic campuses. The bill also specifies that participating licensees must submit joint operating plans detailing underage prevention, staff ratios, and container safety measures.
