Asm. Linda Rosenthal

Co-sponsor A 8226

In committee · New York Assembly · Co-sponsor

Provides for program eligibility for plans comparable to Medicare part D

Relates to program eligibility for plans comparable to Medicare part D; provides for analysis of health plans by the department of health to determine whether such health plans meet or exceed the Medicare part D standard; requires the department of health, in consultation with the department of financial services, to notify prescription drug insurers of the provisions of this act.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires health plans to meet Medicare Part D standards, ensuring comparable prescription drug coverage for beneficiaries and strengthening patient access to essential medications.90% confidence

In committee Jan 7, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor A 1356

In committee · New York Assembly · Co-sponsor

Prohibits state-operated hospitals from suing patients for medical debt

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits state-operated hospitals, university health care facilities, and cancer institutes from suing patients to collect unpaid medical bills. It directly affects patients who owe money for care at these state-run facilities, preventing hospitals from using court action to recover debts. The bill defines "medical debt" as any obligation for health care services, products, or devices provided by licensed hospitals, health professionals, or ambulance services. The law takes effect immediately upon enactment.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareProhibits state hospitals from suing patients for medical debt, protecting patient rights and improving access to care by preventing legal action over unpaid bills.95% confidence

In committee Jan 7, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary A 5815

In committee · New York Assembly · Lead sponsor

Relates to orders of protection with respect to companion animals

Relates to orders of protection with respect to companion animals; provides further protection for pets by authorizing the court to order a party to either relinquish a pet or to refrain from any contact with a pet.

In committee Jan 7, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary A 119

In committee · New York Assembly · Lead sponsor

Requires teachers and library media specialists to complete professional development related to media literacy education

Requires teachers and library media specialists to complete professional development related to media literacy education; directs the department of education to develop model media literacy education and CTLE requirements related to media literacy education.

EducationSupports EducationMandates media literacy professional development for educators, directly enhancing teacher capabilities and curriculum quality in education.95% confidence

In committee Jan 7, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor A 6506

In committee · New York Assembly · Co-sponsor

Requires the commissioner of environmental conservation to establish standards for inspection and certification of green roofs and provides for a green roof installation credit

Requires the commissioner of environmental conservation to establish standards for and a program of inspection and certification of green roofs prior to and after installation, including standards for environmentally acceptable chemical fertilizers and the testing of runoff water for evidence of such fertilizers; establishes a green roof installation tax credit in the amount of fifty-five percent of qualified expenditures with a credit maximum of five thousand dollars.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEstablishes 55% tax credit for green roof installations, providing direct tax relief and incentivizing environmentally focused spending under fiscal policy.95% confidence EnergySupports EnergyBill promotes energy efficiency through green roof tax credits and certification standards, aligning with renewable energy infrastructure and building efficiency indicators.90% confidence EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates green roof standards/testing and offers tax credit (55% up to $5k), promoting eco-friendly infrastructure that reduces runoff pollution and conserves resources.95% confidence

In committee Jan 7, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor A 1626

In committee · New York Assembly · Co-sponsor

Prohibits virginity examinations

Prohibits health care practitioners from performing a virginity examination or supervising the performance of a virginity examination on a patient; defines "virginity examination".

HealthcareSupports HealthcareProhibits non-medical virginity exams, protecting patient rights and autonomy in healthcare settings, aligning with patient rights indicators.95% confidence

In committee Jan 7, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary A 8533

In committee · New York Assembly · Lead sponsor

Relates to rent guidelines boards and the factors to be considered in establishing annual rent adjustments; repealer

Amends the composition of rent guidelines boards and the factors to be considered in establishing annual rent adjustments; eliminates the price index of operating costs as a factor in determining rent increases.

HousingSupports HousingRemoves operating cost index factor, reducing potential rent increases and strengthening tenant protections under housing affordability framework.85% confidence

In committee Jan 7, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary A 1447

In committee · New York Assembly · Lead sponsor

Relates to the use of facial recognition and biometric information for determining probable cause

Prohibits the use of facial recognition and biometric information as the sole factor in determining the existence of probable cause to place in custody or arrest an individual.

Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProhibits facial recognition as sole factor for probable cause, protecting civil rights and preventing misuse in arrests - aligns with reform goals.95% confidence TechnologySupports TechnologyProhibits sole use of facial recognition for probable cause, enhancing data privacy protections by restricting biometric surveillance in law enforcement.95% confidence

In committee Jan 7, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor A 5811

In committee · New York Assembly · Co-sponsor

Enacts the "construction insurance transparency act of 2025"

Enacts the "construction insurance transparency act" to require insurers providing coverage for liability under the scaffold law to report, on an annual basis, to the superintendent of financial services relating to its finances and claims paid thereunder.

In committee Jan 7, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor A 7394

In committee · New York Assembly · Co-sponsor

Relates to prevailing wage requirements applicable to public works and certain construction projects performed under private contract

Relates to prevailing wage requirements applicable to public works and certain construction projects performed under private contract and paid for with public funds.

Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates prevailing wages for public construction projects, protecting workers' pay rights under labor standards95% confidence

In committee Jan 7, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track