Asm. Jaime Williams

Maddy summaryThis bill raises the daily pay for election inspectors and coordinators in New York City to $300 and $350, respectively. It authorizes the mayor to set these specific rates and requires the city to cover the compensation for these workers during registration and election days. Additionally, the legislation ensures that individuals who attend mandatory training sessions receive at least $50 per meeting, along with optional mileage reimbursement. The changes apply immediately to the city's election staff and are funded directly by the city government.

Relates to the use of antipsychotic medications in nursing homes; imposes limits as to time and documentation; requires informed consent under certain circumstances.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires owners and operators of nail specialty businesses to clearly display the prices of all products and services near the cash register. The posted notice must list every item with its all-inclusive cost, state that the owner is responsible for the pricing, and explain any factors that could lead to additional charges. Businesses are prohibited from charging customers for items that are not included on this list, and violations can result in a fine of up to $250 per offense. The law aims to ensure transparency and protect consumers by making pricing information visible at the point of sale.

Relates to utilization review program standards; requires use of evidence-based and peer reviewed clinical review criteria; relates to prescription drug formulary changes and pre-authorization for certain health care services.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires state, county, and local transportation projects to prioritize safe access for all road users, including drivers, pedestrians, cyclists, and public transit riders. It mandates that agencies using complete street design principles consider these needs during the planning, design, and construction of new or rebuilt roads, while also applying these standards to maintenance projects lasting at least ten years. Additionally, the legislation updates the criteria for determining when a road project is unnecessary, adding community support as a key factor alongside traffic volume and land use. The law will not apply to projects approved before it becomes effective and will take effect approximately 260 days after passage.

Extends the time period for tenancy rights from 30 days to 45 days of possession; adds squatting to the definition of criminal trespass in the third degree.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires state agencies to consider giving historical status to certain lands and buildings within the forest preserve. Specifically, any areas listed on or eligible for the National Register of Historic Places must be evaluated for an historical classification when creating management plans. The decision to classify these sites will be made in consultation with the Department of Environmental Conservation. Once passed, this change takes effect immediately to guide how these specific historic sites are managed.

Prohibits certain financial institutions from charging a fee for periodic paper statements when such statements are required for an application for public assistance.

Provides that the thruway authority shall issue permits for ambulances and fire vehicles exempting such vehicles from paying tolls on the thruway when engaged in an emergency operation.

Requires the reinstatement of certain officers and employees of the city of New York who were dismissed from employment due to a COVID-19 vaccine requirement including retirees, vested members and members terminated without a one-year limit on return.