Asm. Jo Anne Simon

Maddy summaryThis bill (A 7370) designates March 8 as "Women's Day" in New York State, adding it to the official list of public holidays under the General Construction Law. It directly affects state employees and businesses that observe public holidays, requiring them to close or provide paid time off on March 8. The key provision amends Section 24 of the law to explicitly include "the eighth day of March, known as Women's day" alongside existing holidays like New Year's Day and Independence Day. The change would take effect immediately upon enactment.

Maddy summaryThis bill expands sex offender registration requirements in New York by adding "authorized internet entities" (specific online services or platforms) to the list of information offenders must disclose upon registration. It requires sex offenders to report changes to their internet accounts, identifiers, or the specific online services they use within 10 days, similar to reporting address changes. A $10 fee applies each time an offender registers such changes to internet-related information. The law directly affects registered sex offenders who use internet services, mandating broader disclosure of their online activity to law enforcement.

Maddy summaryThis bill (A 330) changes the effective date for voter enrollment changes in New York State. It affects voters who submit enrollment changes after February 14th but before or on the June primary. The key provision requires such changes to include a U.S. Post Office postmark dated after February 14th (or be in an envelope showing that postmark) to take effect on the seventh day after the June primary; otherwise, they take effect immediately. The bill aims to clarify deadlines for enrollment updates tied to election timing.

Allows evidence of a defendant's prior crimes or acts to be admissible in a criminal case for certain purposes including as proof of motive, opportunity, intent, preparation, plan, knowledge, state of mind of the defendant, state of mind of the victim or other party, absence of mistake or accident, identity, modus operandi, or common scheme or plan; requires that the prosecution provide reasonable notice of the general nature of any such evidence it intends to introduce at trial.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates tax benefits for buildings in New York City that provide affordable space for arts organizations. It directly affects eligible nonprofit arts groups (tax-exempt under IRS 501(c)(3)) and building owners who rent space to them. Key provisions require rent to stay at or below $20 per square foot annually, with higher tax exemptions for lower rents - up to 100% tax exemption for spaces rented at $10/sq ft or less, provided owners offer tenant improvements. The benefits apply for the duration of the lease, with specific rules to maintain affordability and meet city zoning requirements.

Provides that any person who has been injured by reason of any violation of any such rules, regulations or policies as the superintendent may promulgate may bring an action in such person's own name; assert a counterclaim; or, if an action is commenced by the mortgagee or anyone acting on its behalf, bring a third party claim, against either the mortgagee and/or the mortgage servicer to enjoin any violations thereof; authorizes damages; makes related provisions.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires New York state agencies administering social services to provide language access for people with limited English proficiency. It mandates translating essential forms and instructions into the 12 most common non-English languages in the state (based on census data), plus up to four additional languages at the department's discretion. Agencies must also offer free interpretation services upon request and provide communication assistance for individuals with disabilities like deafness, blindness, or cognitive impairments. The law applies directly to social services program beneficiaries and participants, ensuring they can access benefits like nutrition assistance without language barriers.

Provides that certain communications made without malice regarding an incident of sexual assault, harassment or discrimination shall be deemed privileged; provides that a prevailing defendant in an action brought against such defendant for making a communication that is privileged shall be entitled to attorney's fees and costs for such defense.

Maddy summaryBill A 5554 changes where certain application fees are deposited within the state budget. It requires that fees paid for operating certificates, which are necessary for mental hygiene service providers, be directed into the mental illness anti-stigma fund. Previously, these fees were deposited into the state's general fund. This bill ensures that funds collected from these applications specifically support efforts to combat the stigma surrounding mental illness.

Defines the practice of certified registered nurse anesthetist; requires collaboration with a licensed physician qualified to determine the need for anesthesia services; requires licensing; defines qualifications.