Asm. Manny De Los Santos

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution requesting Governor Hochul to officially recognize January 26, 2026, as "Juan Pablo Duarte Day" in New York State. It honors Juan Pablo Duarte, the founding father of the Dominican Republic, and acknowledges the contributions of Dominicans - particularly the over two million in the U.S. and many in New York - to the state's diversity and communities. The resolution has no legal effect; it simply asks the governor to issue a proclamation for the commemorative date.

Prohibits the sale of foods containing synthetic color additives in schools except under certain circumstances off and away from the premises or on premises at least a half hour after the end of the school day.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires licensed check cashers to file suspicious activity reports (SARs), similar to banks. It directly affects businesses that cash checks for a fee, mandating them to report transactions that may indicate fraud or money laundering. The key mechanism is an amendment to banking law, directing the superintendent of banks to create rules requiring these SAR filings. The law specifies that check cashers must follow the same reporting standards applied to financial institutions. This change aims to strengthen oversight of check-cashing businesses under existing anti-money laundering frameworks.

Establishes a statewide person-centered mental health services work group to improve statewide mental health planning and outcomes to achieve a person-centered, prevention-first integrated and tiered system of care for holistic health and wellness.

Maddy summaryThis bill increases short-term disability benefits for New York workers. It phases in higher weekly benefit rates (from 50% to 67% of average weekly wage) and extends maximum leave duration (from 8 to 12 weeks) over several years, starting in 2018. The changes apply to employees needing short-term disability leave due to illness or injury, directly affecting both workers and their employers who provide these benefits. The bill maintains a cap based on the state average weekly wage and allows the superintendent of financial services to delay increases if needed.

Maddy summaryThis bill increases corporate income tax rates in the state. For most corporations, the rate rises to 7.25% for taxable years beginning on or after January 1, 2026. Corporations with a business income base exceeding $5 million will pay 11.5% instead of the standard rate. The change applies to businesses operating within the state and affects all corporate taxpayers subject to the state's tax law, with specific lower rates for small businesses, manufacturers, and qualified emerging technology companies as defined in the law. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment for taxable years starting on or after the effective date.

Excludes violations occurring within one hundred feet from a place of worship, funeral home, or similar institution from bus operation-related traffic regulations as part of participation in a ceremony or religious service.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires all 16- and 17-year-olds to wear a helmet meeting safety standards when riding electric-assist bicycles classified as "Class 1" or "Class 2." It directly affects young riders using e-bikes, mandating helmets that fit securely with straps fastened. Violations carry a $50 civil fine, but courts may waive the fine if the rider provides proof of purchasing or renting a helmet, or if economic hardship prevented helmet access. The law aims to enhance safety for this age group on e-bikes without restricting broader bicycle use.

Amends procedures required for the custodial interrogation of children to provide additional protections and for taking juveniles and sixteen and seventeen year olds into custody.

Repeals managed long term care provisions for Medicaid recipients; establishes provisions for fully integrated plans for long term care including PACE and MAP plans.