Enacts the consumer litigation funding act to promote consumer protections related to consumer litigation funding transactions; provides for contract requirements, including that the contract contain a no penalty provision for the prepayment of the funded amount prior to the settlement of their case; makes related provisions.
Aligns utility regulation with state climate justice and emission reduction targets; provides for a statewide affordable gas transition plan and utility home energy affordable transition programs; repeals provisions relating to continuation of gas service; repeals provisions relating to the sale of indigenous natural gas for generation of electricity.
Prohibits a person convicted of rebellion or insurrection against the authority of the United States or the laws thereof under 18 U.S.C. Section 2383 from holding an elected office, a judgeship, or an appointed position in the state.
Prohibits the discrimination of persons based on their religious attire in recreational water parks, including, but not limited to, beaches, lakes, pools and other water facilities operated on land or water for recreational use.
Maddy summaryThis bill amends New York City's school speed zone rules by increasing the maximum radius from school buildings where speed cameras can monitor violations. It changes the Vehicle and Traffic Law to set the limit at 1,320 feet (from the previous 1,300 feet), expanding the area around schools where speed enforcement applies. The change directly affects drivers operating in school zones near NYC public or private school entrances, exits, or buildings. The bill does not alter camera technology or enforcement procedures, only the geographic scope of the zones. This technical amendment takes effect 30 days after enactment.
Maddy summaryBill A 8246 proposes to allow individuals who receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to use them for purchasing menstrual products, including sanitary napkins, tampons, and panty liners. The bill directs the state's Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance to seek a waiver or authorization from the federal government for this change. This policy would only take effect if federal approval is granted.
Maddy summaryThis bill (A 4594) increases fines for repeat offenders convicted of rioting in the first degree during a declared state disaster emergency. It specifically applies to individuals with two or more prior convictions for the same crime who commit rioting again while a disaster emergency is active. The law allows courts to raise the maximum fine by up to $2,000 in these cases. The change only affects those meeting the prior conviction and emergency conditions, with no other policy changes. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.
Relates to claim settlement practices when an insurer refuses to pay or is delaying payment of a settlement; provides a policyholder a private right of action against such insurer doing business in the state who has refused or delayed payment of an insurance claim.
Enacts The New Deal for CUNY; increases the ratio of faculty and mental health counselors to full-time students; requires that certain amounts of tuition be replaced by federal, state, and city funds.
Maddy summaryThis bill increases the annual earnings limit for public retirement system retirees working in public service positions from $35,000 (current through 2025) to $50,000, effective in 2026 and beyond. It directly affects retirees who return to public sector jobs after retirement, allowing them to earn more without reducing their pension benefits. The change amends Section 212 of the retirement law by updating the earnings table to reflect the new $50,000 cap for 2026 and later years. This is a straightforward policy adjustment to the existing retirement income rules.
