Asm. Joe DeStefano

Maddy summaryThis bill (A 6185) exempts livestock guardian dogs (used to protect livestock from predators) and herding dogs (trained to herd cattle or sheep) from municipal dog license fees. It directly affects ranchers, farmers, and dog owners who use these specific working dogs on farms. The law amends licensing rules to require municipalities to waive fees for these dogs and mandates that their licenses be marked "Livestock Guardian Dog" or "Herding Dog." The change takes effect immediately upon passage.

Directs the department of economic development to move the central New York welcome center to the equal rights heritage center in the city of Auburn; directs the department of economic development to enter into a contract with the city of Auburn for the operation of such welcome center.

Requires the temporary president of the senate and the speaker of the assembly to provide each member of their respective chamber with any reports issued to them.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a pilot program in St. Lawrence County allowing certified nursing home medication aides to administer certain medications in residential health care facilities. It directly affects certified aides (with specific training and experience) and the facilities where they work, under strict conditions. Key provisions require direct supervision by a registered nurse, prohibit injections except for diabetes, heparin, or epinephrine emergencies, and mandate case-specific training. Aides cannot assess patient needs or perform beyond their scope, and facilities must document all medication administration. The program is limited to St. Lawrence County as a temporary pilot.

Prohibits the adjustment of maximum allowable rent where any modification, increase or improvement is made to accommodate the needs of a disabled tenant; defines disabled tenant.

Maddy summaryBill A 3825, titled the "ammunition purchase certification act," establishes a requirement for individuals to obtain a valid ammunition purchase permit number before buying ammunition in the state. The Division of State Police will issue these permits, which are granted after a background check or application approval and are valid for one year. A small fee is associated with the initial issuance and any subsequent renewals. Purchasers must present their permit card or its unique identification number when buying ammunition. Purchasing ammunition without a valid permit number would constitute a Class A misdemeanor.

Adds xylazine to the depressants designated as controlled substances with the exception of use in cattle or other nonhuman species if approved by the federal food and drug administration.

Directs the state to provide annual base funding to community colleges operating under the university of the state of New York; requires funding to be indexed to inflation; requires annual reporting.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits state and local government entities - including agencies, courts, universities, municipalities, and public authorities - from contracting out any function they could perform themselves, unless explicitly allowed by law. It defines "outsourcing" as hiring outside entities to handle work a government body could do internally. Existing outsourced contracts without prior legal approval must be terminated by January 1 after the law takes effect, requiring the return or destruction of all materials shared with contractors. The law applies broadly to all government functions, with no exceptions beyond specific legislative authorization.

Establishes a civil cause of action for employees who are subjected to an abusive work environment; provides employers shall be vicariously liable for such work environment.