Asm. Monique Chandler-Waterman

Co-sponsor A 5878

In committee · New York Assembly · Co-sponsor

Allows for reasonable accommodations for the examination portion of licensure requirements to become a social worker for individuals for whom English is not their primary language

Allows for reasonable accommodations for the examination portion of licensure requirements to become a social worker for individuals for whom English is not their primary language and a test in their primary language is not available.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareEnables non-English speaking social workers to obtain licenses, improving access to mental health services and supporting healthcare workforce diversity.92% confidence Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRemoves language barrier for social worker licensure, expanding employment access for non-native speakers and aligning with employment standards90% confidence

In committee Jan 7, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor A 701

In committee · New York Assembly · Co-sponsor

Repeals the requirement that applicants must pass an examination in order to qualify as a licensed master social worker

Maddy summaryThis bill repeals a requirement that applicants must pass an exam to become a licensed master social worker in New York. It directly affects individuals seeking this specific license by removing the examination step from the qualification process. The key provision eliminates Section 7704(d) of the Education Law, which previously mandated the exam. As a result, applicants will no longer need to pass a test to qualify for the license, simplifying the licensing pathway. The change takes effect immediately upon enactment.

In committee Jan 7, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary A 7182

In committee · New York Assembly · Lead sponsor

Requires stores to publicly display their return and refund policies, including tracking of returns

Requires stores to publicly display their return and refund policies, including tracking of returns; establishes that failure to display provides buyer with automatic refund or credit.

In committee Jan 7, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor A 1043

In committee · New York Assembly · Co-sponsor

Increases the amount of the savings exemption for eligibility for Medicaid

Maddy summaryThis bill increases New York's Medicaid savings exemption limit from approximately $225,000 to $300,000 for household resources (excluding retirement accounts). It directly affects disabled adults aged 16-64 who meet income and resource criteria, allowing them to retain more savings while qualifying for Medicaid. The key change simplifies the asset limit to a flat $300,000 threshold for one- or two-person households, replacing a previous percentage-based calculation. The policy takes effect January 1, 2026, pending federal funding approval.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareIncreases Medicaid eligibility by raising savings exemption limit, expanding access to healthcare coverage for disabled adults without reducing benefits.95% confidence

In committee Jan 7, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor A 4868

In committee · New York Assembly · Co-sponsor

Relates to the disclosure of law enforcement disciplinary records

Requires the disclosure of certain information when an agency responds to a request for law enforcement disciplinary records, including information a victim alleges regarding sexual misconduct.

Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeMandates disclosure of law enforcement disciplinary records, including sexual misconduct allegations, enhancing police accountability and transparency in criminal justice.95% confidence

In committee Jan 7, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor A 6648

In committee · New York Assembly · Co-sponsor

Relates to utilization review determinations

Provides that certain utilization review determinations shall be made consistent with medical and scientific evidence; includes services for mental health and substance use disorders as part of emergency services.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires evidence-based utilization reviews and includes mental health/substance use in emergency services, enhancing patient access and coverage.95% confidence

In committee Jan 7, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor A 8953

In committee · New York Assembly · Co-sponsor

Enacts the "fair share act"

Enacts the "fair share act"; authorizes cities imposing city personal income taxes to adopt and amend local laws imposing an additional tax of two percent on the annual city taxable income of city residents, estates and trusts reporting any return in excess of one million dollars.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesImposes 2% tax on high earners (> $1M), aligns with closing tax loopholes and progressive taxation as a fiscal responsibility measure.92% confidence

In committee Jan 7, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary A 4760

In committee · New York Assembly · Lead sponsor

Defines the term mass shooting for purposes of emergency response measures and access to emergency funding

Defines the term "mass shooting" for purposes of emergency response measures and access to emergency funding as a shooting incident in which at least four people are murdered or injured with a firearm, rifle, or shotgun.

In committee Jan 7, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor A 6100

In committee · New York Assembly · Co-sponsor

Establishes the "tenant opportunity to purchase act"

Establishes the "tenant opportunity to purchase act"; prevents the displacement of lower-income tenants in New York and preserves affordable housing by providing an opportunity for tenants to own or remain renters in the properties in which they reside.

HousingSupports HousingBill prevents tenant displacement, preserves affordable housing, and provides ownership/rental opportunities for lower-income tenants, directly advancing tenant protections and affordable housing preservation.95% confidence

In committee Jan 7, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor A 514

In committee · New York Assembly · Co-sponsor

Relates to parole eligibility for certain incarcerated persons age fifty-five or older

Relates to parole eligibility for certain incarcerated persons age fifty-five or older if they have served at least fifteen years of their sentence or sentences.

Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEnables parole for older inmates after 15+ years served, aligning with criminal justice reform goals to reduce long-term incarceration and promote rehabilitation.90% confidence

In committee Jan 7, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track