Asm. Maritza Davila

Maddy summaryThis bill creates tax credits for businesses relocating to New York City (population over 1 million) from outside New York State. It requires qualifying businesses to maintain a minimum number of employee work hours at eligible locations (10,000+ square feet in NYC) and obtain annual city certifications from the mayor or designated agencies. Businesses must document eligibility, including proof of relocation after July 2025 and meeting specific employment thresholds, with new applications barred after July 1, 2028. The policy directly affects businesses moving operations to NYC, offering tax relief tied to sustained local employment.

Maddy summaryThis bill repeals New York's election law (Section 17-140) that previously criminalized offering small-value items - like free coffee, pens, or snacks - to encourage people to vote at polling places. It directly affects voters and election organizers by removing criminal penalties for providing these nominal incentives. The key change is eliminating the legal prohibition on such low-cost, non-monetary enticements to boost voter turnout. The bill was signed into law on June 21, 2025, after passing both legislative chambers.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes New York City to sell or lease approximately 77 acres of parkland within Flushing Meadows Corona Park to Queens Future, LLC for development including a gaming facility, commercial spaces, and related infrastructure. It requires the city to dedicate funds equal to the land's market value toward new parkland or improvements in Queens, specifically mandating at least 20 acres of new parkland (including a north-south connection) within the park. The bill excludes Citi Field from the affected area. The law was enacted in June 2025 (Chapter 138).

Prohibits discrimination against and harassment or bullying of students by other students on school property or at a school function; requires schools to investigate reports of bullying; requires schools to adopt a written, plain-language anti-bullying and harassment policy; requires school employees to report incidents of bullying or harassment.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a property tax exemption for the primary residence of New York veterans with a 100% service-connected disability. To qualify, veterans must have an honorable discharge, a VA/DoD rating of 100% disability due to military service, or be rated individually unemployable due to service-related conditions. The exemption covers all real property taxes, special district charges, and assessments on their primary home. The law takes effect for tax assessments starting January 2, 2026.

Permits on-premises retail licensees to purchase wine and liquor from off-premises retail licensees and off-premises retail licensees to purchase wine and liquor from on-premises retail licensees.

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 is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill with policy changes) commending Southside United HDFC-Los Sures for its community work. It honors the organization ahead of its Annual Gala on October 16, 2025, recognizing its 50+ years of providing affordable housing, tenant advocacy, and services like food pantries and violence prevention programs in Brooklyn. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses legislative recognition of the organization’s contributions.

Maddy summaryThis ceremonial resolution commends Churches United for Fair Housing (CUFFH) for hosting its 16th Annual Gala on December 9, 2025. It recognizes CUFFH’s 16 years of work advancing housing justice, immigration rights, and advocacy for immigrant and BIPOC communities in New York City. The resolution formally expresses legislative appreciation for their grassroots efforts but does not create new policies or affect any legal obligations.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a binding law) that formally commends RiseBoro Community Partnership for its community work. It recognizes the organization's 8th Annual Gala on September 25, 2025, and highlights its decades of service in New York City, including housing, meals, youth programs, and senior care. The resolution has no policy changes - it is a non-binding expression of support to be presented to RiseBoro at the gala.