Asm. Jessica González-Rojas

Maddy summaryThis bill updates the methodology for calculating education funding by replacing outdated references to the 2000 census with current data sources. It revises definitions of "census count" and "poverty rate" to use the most recent federal decennial census data and a three-year average of small area income estimates, rather than relying solely on a single-year census. School districts, particularly those classified as "high-need" based on student poverty levels, will have their state education funding recalculated using these updated metrics. The change ensures funding formulas reflect more current socioeconomic conditions in communities. The bill takes effect April 1 following enactment.

Provides that individuals may receive breast cancer screenings under an insurance plan when such individual has a second degree relative with a prior history of breast cancer.

Maddy summaryBill A 8333 prohibits the detainment of individuals under the age of eighteen with adults in secure juvenile detention facilities within New York City. It mandates that no youth under 18 shall be housed in facilities also utilized for individuals aged 18 or older. The bill further specifies that alleged or convicted juvenile delinquents, adolescent offenders, or juvenile offenders between 18 and 21 years old will be detained in a newly defined "older youth detention facility." These facilities are to be operated by the New York City administration for children's services, specifically for this age group.

Provides for automatic voter registration and pre-registration for persons applying for certain department of motor vehicles documentation, and for persons applying for or re-enrolling in Medicaid; allows individuals to decline such automatic registration and pre-registration.

Relates to protecting the communication rights of individuals with disabilities; provides that each person with a disability has the right to communicate in their preferred manner.

Requires employers to report certain employees' wages for the purposes of unemployment benefits; relates to the payment of unemployment benefits, and employer penalties for non-compliance.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a legal framework for mental health clubhouses in New York State, directly benefiting individuals with serious mental illness by providing free, community-based support services. It requires clubhouses to be accredited, offer voluntary membership, and provide integrated support for employment, housing, healthcare, and social engagement. The Office of Mental Health must develop a statewide implementation plan within one year and oversee biennial reporting from clubhouses on membership, employment outcomes, housing, and crisis responses. Clubhouses must operate as non-clinical therapeutic communities emphasizing work, mutual support, and connection to broader healthcare services.

Maddy summaryThis bill removes citizenship as a requirement for holding most state public offices in New York. It specifically deletes the phrase "a citizen of the United States" from the qualifications listed in the public officers law, meaning non-citizens who meet other requirements (like residency and age) could potentially serve. The change applies broadly, except where other laws specifically require citizenship for certain roles. All other existing qualifications - such as age, residency, and criminal record checks - remain in effect.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a New York State program to help residents refinance higher education loans at lower interest rates. It authorizes up to $500 million in state bonds to consolidate and refinance eligible borrowers' existing student loans, with interest rates capped at 5.5% during repayment. The program requires the state corporation to review financial hardship cases for missed payments and mandates annual public reports detailing loan refinancing numbers, demographic data (gender, race, ethnicity), and financial outcomes by group. The program directly affects New York residents with qualifying student loans who apply for refinancing through this state-administered initiative.

Enacts the "fair pay for home care act" relating to minimum wages applicable to home care aides; provides for a minimum wage of 150% of the applicable statewide or regional minimum wage.