Asm. Jenifer Rajkumar

Requires bike shares to equip all bicycles with electric assist with speed and location tracking technology and to revoke customer account if such customers ride over the speed limit or against the flow of traffic.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially designate April 2026 as Punjabi Awareness Month in New York State. The resolution recognizes the cultural heritage and contributions of Punjabi Americans, particularly Sikhs, to New York's diverse community. It highlights the significance of Vaisakhi, a sacred holiday celebrated on April 14, 2026, which marks important historical events in Sikhism and is widely observed by Punjabi communities across the state. The bill directs that copies of the resolution be sent to the Governor, the Indian Consul General, and various Punjabi and Sikh organizations in New York.

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 allows medical assistants to administer vaccines in outpatient clinics under the direct supervision of a physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant. It requires that vaccines be recommended by the CDC and that medical assistants complete appropriate training and supervision as defined by state regulations. The law directly affects medical assistants, healthcare providers, and patients in outpatient settings by expanding the scope of practice for medical assistants in vaccine administration. It amends the Education Law and Public Health Law to establish these specific conditions for vaccine delegation.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially recognize April 14, 2026, as Bangla New Year Day in New York State. The resolution highlights the cultural significance of the holiday, which celebrates the Bengali New Year and is observed by communities across the state, particularly in New York City. It acknowledges the contributions of Bangladeshi and Bengali Americans to New York's cultural, economic, and social life. The bill does not create new laws or funding but serves as a ceremonial proclamation to honor the heritage of Bangla-speaking residents.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks the Governor of New York to officially recognize May 5, 2026, as Indian Arrival Day in Guyana within the state. It honors the historical arrival of 396 indentured laborers from India to British Guiana on that date in 1838 and acknowledges the significant Indo-Guyanese community in New York, particularly in Queens. The resolution directs copies to the Governor, consuls of India and Guyana, and local Indian and Guyanese organizations to facilitate the proclamation. This is a ceremonial measure with no changes to laws, budgets, or government operations.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks the Governor of New York to officially recognize March 26, 2026, as Bangladesh Independence Day. The resolution highlights the contributions of the Bangladeshi community in New York and celebrates Bangladesh's independence from 1971. It directs copies of the resolution to the Governor, the Bangladeshi Consul General, and local Bangladeshi organizations. This is a ceremonial measure that does not change laws or create new programs.

Prohibits the consideration of evidence that either parent has ever obtained or attempted to obtain reproductive health services relating to the termination of a pregnancy in certain legal proceedings.

Requires contractors and subcontractors disclose any potential personal or professional relationship with public servants and requires such contractor and subcontractor state they are in compliance with conflict of interest laws.