Provides an option for beneficiaries of NYC transit authority members to receive a lump sum equal to the pension reserve where a member who is eligible for a service retirement dies prior to filing for retirement.
Authorizes the commissioner of education to conduct a survey regarding instruction on Asian American, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islander history within the state; establishes an Asian American, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islander history advisory committee; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon the expiration thereof.
Permits an eligible retirement system member to receive, in lieu of an ordinary death benefit, a death benefit such member would otherwise be entitled to receive provided such member is a state-paid judge or justice of the unified court system or a housing judge of the civil court of the city of New York.
Maddy summaryAssembly Resolution No. 489 commends Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. on the occasion of its Annual Delta Day at the Capitol in Albany, New York, on May 13, 2025. This resolution recognizes the organization's contributions and its annual gathering for legislative engagement.
Maddy summaryBill A 1316 prohibits employers, labor organizations, employment agencies, and state or municipal agencies from using an individual's consumer credit history when making decisions about hiring, employment, or granting licenses and permits. This includes information from credit reports, credit scores, and details about an individual's payment history or debts. The bill outlines specific exceptions where credit history can still be considered, such as for law enforcement positions, jobs requiring federal security clearance, or roles involving significant financial authority or access to trade secrets. Additionally, agencies can still consider an applicant's failure to pay taxes, fines, or court-ordered judgments.
Provides that supervision by a licensed physical therapist of a physical therapist assistant shall be continuous but shall not require the physical presence of the licensed physical therapist at the time and place where services are being performed; requires a licensed physical therapist to be available for consultation with the physical therapist assistant or the patient within a reasonable amount of time.
Maddy summaryBill K 430 is a resolution adopted by the Assembly. It formally requests Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 6, 2025, as "Queens Day" in the State of New York.
Maddy summaryThis bill requires New York State parks to actively promote farmers markets within state parks that sell locally grown food products, without harming park environments. It mandates parks officials to post market locations/times on their website, identify new park locations for markets, and coordinate with agencies like Empire State Development and Agriculture. The policy directly affects state parks management and farmers markets operating in park settings. It creates concrete requirements for information sharing and collaboration but does not fund or mandate new markets.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill) requesting Governor Hochul to proclaim March 16-22, 2025, as Surveyors Week in New York State, aligning with National Surveyors Week. It does not create new laws or affect any specific group through policy changes. The resolution recognizes surveyors' historical and ongoing contributions to property boundaries and land development. As a procedural request, it has no direct policy impact beyond the symbolic observance.
Maddy summaryThis is a procedural resolution (not a policy bill) to fill specific vacancies on the University of the State of New York Board of Regents. It formally appoints eight individuals to serve specific terms: Hasoni Pratts (2nd Judicial District), Dr. Roger Catania (4th), Keith Wiley (8th), Dr. Frances Wills (9th), Felicia Thomas-Williams (10th), Dr. Lester Young Jr. (At Large), Roger Tilles (At Large, 1-year term), and Brian Krist (At Large, 4-year term), effective April 1, 2025. The resolution addresses expiring terms and vacancies created by resignations. It does not create new policies or affect public law - it solely confirms appointments to existing board positions.
