Authorizes the town of Brookhaven, county of Suffolk to alienate certain parklands for use as a recharge basin and to dedicate other lands as replacement parklands.
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 summaryThis resolution (Assembly Resolution 740) asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially designate June 2025 as "Great Outdoors Month" in New York State, aligning with the national observance. It does not create new laws or affect specific groups but encourages New Yorkers to participate in outdoor activities. The resolution cites the economic benefits of outdoor recreation (noting its $412 billion contribution to the U.S. economy) and health advantages of nature exposure as context for the request. The resolution was adopted by the Assembly on June 10, 2025.
Maddy summaryBill A 3729 would provide a 50% exemption from real property taxes on the primary residence of surviving spouses of police officers killed in the line of duty. Local governments would need to pass a law or resolution to implement this exemption, which applies to primary homes including certain cooperative housing arrangements. Eligibility requires proof the officer died while on duty, verified through documentation like death certificates or service records. This policy change directly affects surviving spouses of fallen officers by reducing their property tax burden.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (A.723) requests Governor Hochul to officially recognize July 2025 as Culinary Arts Month in New York State, aligning with National Culinary Arts Month. It does not create new laws, programs, or direct impacts on individuals or businesses. The resolution serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of chefs, culinary professionals, and culinary education, referencing the William Floyd Hospitality Services Academy as an example of such programs. The resolution was adopted by the Assembly on June 9, 2025, and will be sent to the Governor for consideration.
Maddy summaryThis bill (Assembly Resolution No. 697) requests Governor Hochul to officially designate September 2025 as "Dystonia Awareness Month" in New York State. It directly affects the approximately 300,000 people in North America living with dystonia - a neurological movement disorder causing involuntary muscle contractions - by seeking to increase public awareness of the condition. The resolution has no binding policy impact; it is a non-binding request for the Governor to issue a proclamation, aligning with New York's tradition of recognizing health awareness months.
Maddy summaryThis resolution requests Governor Hochul to officially declare August 2025 as "Children's Eye Health and Safety Awareness Month" in New York State. It directly aims to raise public awareness about childhood eye conditions, particularly anterior uveitis (a rare inflammation that can cause blindness if untreated), following advocacy inspired by Caitlyn Michiels' experience. The resolution has no binding policy changes - it is a symbolic request to promote eye health education and early detection.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a binding law) requesting Governor Hochul to issue a proclamation designating October 2025 as "Pet Rescue Awareness Month" in New York. It does not create new policies, funding, or requirements; it solely asks the Governor to formally recognize the month to highlight animal shelter efforts. The resolution cites statistics about shelter animals (e.g., millions entering shelters annually) to support the symbolic recognition, but no concrete changes to animal welfare law are proposed. It affects no specific individuals or organizations, as it is a non-binding request to the executive branch.
Permits the state board of elections to join certain multistate voter list maintenance organizations and provide such organizations with certain voter information; requires the state to join a multistate voter list maintenance organization on or before July 31, 2026.
Maddy summaryAssembly Resolution No. 562 is a procedural bill that requests Governor Kathy Hochul to officially proclaim November 17-25, 2025, as Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week in the State of New York. This proclamation aims to increase public awareness of these issues among New Yorkers.
