Asm. Stefani Zinerman

Maddy summaryThis New York City bill mandates that every district and school leadership team must include at least one student representative. District teams must appoint a high school student chosen by the community superintendent, while school teams appoint a student selected by the team's chairperson. It directly affects all New York City public school leadership structures by requiring student participation in decision-making bodies. The policy change is purely procedural, establishing appointment rules without altering educational programs or funding.

Relates to prohibiting the exclusion of coverage for losses or damages caused by exposure to lead-based paint; provides that no insurer licensed or permitted by the superintendent to provide liability coverage to rental property owners shall exclude coverage for losses or damages caused by exposure to lead-based paint.

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.

Requires insurance coverage for lactation support services by a certified lactation consultant who evaluate and manage lactation and infant feeding problems and provide preventative clinical consulting to prevent or minimize the occurrence of potential problems.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits casinos and New York State colleges from allowing automated teller machines (ATMs) on their premises to charge fees exceeding a fair and reasonable amount set by the Department of Financial Services (DFS). The DFS superintendent establishes and can adjust this fee limit based on industry standards. Violations - where a casino or college knowingly permits excessive fees - result in civil penalties of up to $250 per incident. The law directly affects ATMs at these institutions, aiming to prevent consumers from paying unreasonably high transaction fees.

Limits the experiential qualifications of group teachers for preschool classes and groups teachers for infant or toddler classes to what was required for their educational qualifications or certain college credits in related areas.

Maddy summaryThis bill (A 5006) creates a district-level program to coordinate volunteer ombudspersons serving in long-term care facilities across each assembly district. It establishes "district councils" consisting of appointed coordinators (paid stipends) and trained resident advocates who work with local programs to address facility concerns. Key provisions require standardized annual training on cultural competency, laws, and investigative techniques for all council members, and mandate that care facilities include council contact information in new resident welcome packets alongside patient rights. The program aims to improve oversight and support for residents in long-term care facilities through structured volunteer coordination.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a program allowing individuals or non-profit groups (like local parks' friends organizations) to partner with New York State Parks to maintain and enhance specific park trails. Participants enter agreements to perform activities such as cleaning litter, repairing damage, installing benches, and providing visitor information, while maintaining trails' natural and historical character. It creates a dedicated "Adopt-a-Trail Stewardship Fund" to hold program-related money separately from other state funds, and sets rules for sponsor signage (limited size, 25% name space) and agreement terms. The program directly affects park visitors (through improved trail conditions), local non-profits (as potential stewards), and state park staff (with protections against job displacement).

Requires the department of financial services to fulfill certain requirements to implement homeowner natural disaster preparedness, home safety and loss prevention courses.