Asm. Steven Raga

Co-sponsor A 2596

In committee · New York Assembly · Co-sponsor

Establishes new targets for offshore wind electricity generation

Establishes new targets for offshore wind electricity generation; includes the requirements that there is at least 15 gigawatts of offshore wind electricity generation by 2040, at least 18 gigawatts of offshore wind electricity generation by 2045 and at least 20 gigawatts of offshore wind electricity generation by 2050.

EnergySupports EnergyBill sets binding offshore wind targets (15GW by 2040), directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure and reducing fossil fuel dependence.95% confidence EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill sets binding offshore wind targets (15-20 GW by 2050), directly promoting renewable energy expansion to reduce emissions and advance climate goals.95% confidence

In committee Jan 7, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor A 134

In committee · New York Assembly · Co-sponsor

Establishes the New York children's COVID-19 fund program

Establishes the New York COVID-19 children's fund program to provide assistance to children whose parent, custodian, legal guardian, or related adult household member died as a result of contracting COVID-19, regardless of immigration status of such children.

ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill provides aid to children regardless of immigration status, ensuring access to services without restriction for immigrant children.95% confidence

In committee Jan 7, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor A 8953

In committee · New York Assembly · Co-sponsor

Enacts the "fair share act"

Enacts the "fair share act"; authorizes cities imposing city personal income taxes to adopt and amend local laws imposing an additional tax of two percent on the annual city taxable income of city residents, estates and trusts reporting any return in excess of one million dollars.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesImposes 2% tax on high earners (> $1M), aligns with closing tax loopholes and progressive taxation as a fiscal responsibility measure.92% confidence

In committee Jan 7, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary A 4629

In committee · New York Assembly · Lead sponsor

Reduces the number of hours in a work week to thirty-two for employers with at least five hundred employees

Reduces the number of hours in a work week to thirty-two for employers with at least five hundred employees who are not part of a collective bargaining agreement.

Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentReduces workweek from 40 to 32 hours for large employers, directly advancing worker benefits and work-life balance without restrictions on collective bargaining.95% confidence

In committee Jan 7, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor A 35

In committee · New York Assembly · Co-sponsor

Relates to providing notice to elected officials upon receipt of application for a cannabis retail dispensary or on-site consumption license

Requires the cannabis control board to provide notice to state legislative representatives upon receipt of application for an adult-use cannabis retail dispensary or on-site consumption license in their district.

In committee Jan 7, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor A 6261

In committee · New York Assembly · Co-sponsor

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

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.

HousingSupports HousingProhibits rent increases for disability accommodations, directly protecting tenant rights under housing policies.90% confidence

In committee Jan 7, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor A 6100

In committee · New York Assembly · Co-sponsor

Establishes the "tenant opportunity to purchase act"

Establishes the "tenant opportunity to purchase act"; prevents the displacement of lower-income tenants in New York and preserves affordable housing by providing an opportunity for tenants to own or remain renters in the properties in which they reside.

HousingSupports HousingBill prevents tenant displacement, preserves affordable housing, and provides ownership/rental opportunities for lower-income tenants, directly advancing tenant protections and affordable housing preservation.95% confidence

In committee Jan 7, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor A 1451

In committee · New York Assembly · Co-sponsor

Relates to enacting the New York healthy vending act

Maddy summaryThis bill, the New York Healthy Vending Act, requires state agencies and vending machines on state-owned or leased property to offer healthier food and beverage options. It mandates that 25% of vending options be "healthy" immediately, increasing to 50% within two years and 75% after three years. "Healthy" options must meet strict nutritional standards, including limits on trans fat, sodium, calories, and sugar, with specific requirements for fruits, vegetables, whole grains, or nutrients like calcium. Vending operators must clearly label calories for non-transparent packages and display healthy options prominently, with fines of $100 for first violations and $500 for subsequent ones. The law applies only to state property and does not require installing vending machines.

In committee Jan 7, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor A 514

In committee · New York Assembly · Co-sponsor

Relates to parole eligibility for certain incarcerated persons age fifty-five or older

Relates to parole eligibility for certain incarcerated persons age fifty-five or older if they have served at least fifteen years of their sentence or sentences.

Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEnables parole for older inmates after 15+ years served, aligning with criminal justice reform goals to reduce long-term incarceration and promote rehabilitation.90% confidence

In committee Jan 7, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor A 3482

In committee · New York Assembly · Co-sponsor

Establishes a civil cause of action for employees who are subjected to an abusive work environment

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.

Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentCreates legal remedy for abusive work environments, holding employers liable - directly protects workers' rights under labor & employment policies.95% confidence

In committee Jan 7, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track