Relates to the packaging of cannabis and industrial hemp products; requires the cannabis control board to develop strategic plans detailing the packaging and labeling requirements to be used prior to the retail sale of any cannabis or cannabis product; establishes a sustainable cannabis packaging incubator program.
Establishes the New York state charter school commission to promote equity and diversity in educational leadership and prioritize the issuance of new charters to community-based organizations run by individuals from historically underrepresented communities.
Requires the board of elections to provide Russian interpreters at certain polling locations in cities having a population in excess of one million people.
Relates to the reporting of suspected financial exploitation; requires the superintendent of the department of financial services to develop guidelines relating to reporting suspected financial exploitation; provides that a third party who reports suspected financial abuse shall have immunity from any civil or criminal liability as a result.
Requires transportation network companies to notify passengers who have reported an incident of sexual assault that occurred during a TNC prearranged trip that the TNC will not report such incident to law enforcement; requires TNCs to advise every passenger that reports an incident of sexual assault that occurred during a TNC prearranged trip of their right to make a report to local law enforcement or the state police.
Enacts the "Excelsior Opportunity Accounts Act"; establishes a special fund for EO accounts within the department of financial services for certain eligible individuals born after December 31, 2025, who reside in the state, are under age 18, with household income not exceeding 700% of the poverty level; provides for contribution and investment of monies of fund.
Relates to coverage and billing procedures in the Medicaid program for complex rehabilitation technology for patients with complex medical needs.
Establishes the class A-I felony of operating as a major firearms trafficker.
Relates to civil penalties associated with financial frauds; redefines financial product or service to include warranties sold or provided to a consumer or small business or any guaranty or suretyship provided by a consumer.
Requires a surety bond for contractors and subcontractors where no public fund has been established for the financing of a public improvement.
