Provides immunity from prosecution for certain individuals engaged in prostitution who are victims of or witnesses to a crime and who report such crime or assist in the investigation or prosecution.
Maddy summaryThis bill (A 6887) gives workers with compensation claims the right to choose their own pharmacy for prescribed medications when their employer or insurance company fails to authorize the medication within 72 hours for specific reasons - such as refusal to pay, delays in reauthorization due to missing medical reports, or disputes over treatment guidelines. It directly affects injured workers who face medication access barriers through the employer's contracted pharmacy network. Pharmacies dispensing medications under this provision must follow state fee schedules, medical treatment guidelines, and formulary rules, and will be paid within 45 days of approval. The law aims to prevent medication delays while ensuring cost accountability for both workers and insurers.
Maddy summaryThis bill requires the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) to maintain and clearly document policies allowing family members or eligible individuals to take over public housing units after the current tenant dies or permanently leaves the unit. It mandates that NYCHA create written procedures covering eligibility, relocation needs, payment during the process, and the right to appeal denials. NYCHA must provide 30 days' written notice and accept public comments before changing these policies. The law applies directly to NYCHA tenants seeking to inherit housing units and ensures these processes comply with federal, state, and local rules.
Requires the board of elections in a city with a population of one million or more to notify by mail state and county party committees and certain elected officials prior to a change of polling place.
Maddy summaryThis bill requires all public school districts to provide water safety and drowning prevention information to parents or students during enrollment. For students aged 18 or older, the information is provided directly to them. School districts must offer translations of this information into the 12 most common non-English languages in the state (based on census data) upon request. The information must be available electronically, in print, or posted on the district's website. The requirement begins with the 2026-2027 school year.
Relates to prevailing wage requirements applicable to brownfield remediation work performed under private contract as it relates to certain remediation activities, for sites that are seeking or have received a determination that the site is eligible for the tangible property credit component of the brownfield redevelopment tax credit, and the work is paid for in whole or in part by public funds.
Provides for the inclusion of a faculty or staff member on the board of trustees of community colleges elected by and from among the faculty and staff of the college.
Relates to rechargeable battery recycling; adds a battery used as the principal electric power source for an electric scooter or bicycle with electric assist to the definition of "rechargeable battery"; provides that a battery manufacturer may not sell, offer for sale, or distribute rechargeable batteries in the state unless the battery manufacturer is implementing or participating under an approved plan; allows a city with a population of one million or more to enforce through its own agencies.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) commending the New York City Central Labor Council (NYCCLC) for hosting its 143rd Annual Labor Day Parade on September 6, 2025. It recognizes the NYCCLC’s role as a labor federation representing over one million workers across New York City, including diverse occupations like teachers, nurses, and construction workers. The resolution contains no policy changes or funding provisions - it simply expresses legislative recognition and will be formally sent to the NYCCLC. As a procedural resolution, it does not directly affect any laws or regulations.
Maddy summaryThis Assembly Resolution (No. 790) requests Governor Hochul to proclaim September 2025 as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month in New York. It highlights prostate cancer's significant impact - nearly 15,500 New Yorkers diagnosed annually, with higher risks for African American men - and emphasizes the need for early detection and equitable access to care. The resolution aims to raise public awareness through symbolic actions like wearing light blue ribbons and encourages community efforts to reduce health disparities. As a symbolic resolution (not a law), it directs the Governor to issue the proclamation but does not enact new policies.
