Maddy summaryThis bill updates the Freedom of Information Act to establish specific deadlines for government agencies to respond to public records requests. It requires agencies to provide records within 5 business days, deny requests in writing, or acknowledge receipt with an estimated completion date. The law sets progressively shorter response timeframes starting in 2029, ranging from 180 days to 60 days depending on when the request is made, with exceptions for cases involving federal law conflicts, safety concerns, or extremely large volumes of records. Additionally, the bill mandates that agencies accept and respond to requests via electronic mail when possible and requires all state agencies with websites to allow online submission of records requests.
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Enacts the "beauty justice act"; provides for the regulation of ingredients in personal care products and cosmetics; prohibits the sale of personal care products and cosmetic products containing certain restricted products.
Maddy summaryThis bill requires New York State to install electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at state-owned parking facilities with 50+ spaces. Facilities with 50-200 spaces must provide charging for at least 10% of spaces (or equivalent electrical capacity), while larger facilities (over 200 spaces) must provide for 20%. All stations must meet minimum electrical specs (40 amps, 208 volts) and comply with local electrical codes. The Office of General Services will handle installation, maintenance, and necessary electrical upgrades, with contracted work requiring prevailing wages. The law takes effect April 1st after enactment.
Maddy summaryThis bill requires landlords to maintain habitable housing conditions before pursuing rent collection or eviction. Specifically, landlords cannot file such cases if there are unresolved violations of housing codes (like lack of heat, water, or rodent infestations) that have existed for five days or more in the apartment or building common areas. If violations exist, landlords must file an affidavit claiming the violations were recorded incorrectly or not addressed by authorities, and courts can dismiss the case if these claims are false or violations are proven. The law directly affects landlords seeking legal action and tenants facing eviction or rent demands.
Prohibits organized militias from another state, territory, or district from entering into New York for the purpose of doing military duty without the express permission of the governor unless such militia has been called into federal service and is acting under authority of the president of the United States.
Increases tax rates imposed on unincorporated businesses and corporations in New York city upon adoption of a local law by the local legislative body of the city of New York.
Maddy summaryThis bill requires state correctional facilities to provide incarcerated individuals with free voice communication services, including calls made to and from their families or legal representatives. The legislation mandates that these services cannot be replaced by in-person visit programs and prohibits facilities from generating revenue from communication services. It also ensures that existing contracts for communication services must end by March 31, 2026, while new contracts are subject to the free service requirement starting April 1, 2026.
Relates to available transportation for correction facility visitation; provides for at a minimum, bimonthly free transportation from the city of New York, Rochester, Syracuse, Buffalo and Albany.
Enacts the "Renewable Capitol act"; requires the office of general services, in consultation with the power authority of the state of New York, to ensure that all operations that power, heat or cool the empire state plaza complex shall entirely use renewable energy systems; requires the office of general services to establish an advisory committee to advise the office of general services on the preparation, design and content of a plan for the use of renewable energy systems.
Maddy summaryThis bill modifies New York State's real property tax law to allow property owners of affordable housing buildings to receive tax reductions for making specific repairs and improvements that maintain the habitability of their units. It directly affects owners of multi-unit rental buildings, condominiums, cooperatives, and mutual housing companies that meet certain income and affordability requirements. To qualify, buildings must have at least three units, and owners must obtain a certificate from their local housing agency confirming the project's eligibility and cost limits, with improvements needing to be completed within a thirty-month window. The tax abatement is tied to a certified reasonable cost schedule that sets maximum dollar limits for approved alterations, ensuring funds are used for essential maintenance rather than expansion.