Asm. Harvey Epstein

Provides for the adjustment of the minimum amount of tax delinquency for which the driver's license of a taxpayer may be suspended, based on inflation; prohibits inclusion in the license suspension program of a taxpayer who receives public assistance or supplemental security income, or whose income does not exceed 250% of the poverty level; authorizes the commissioner to grant exemptions to taxpayers whose payment of past due tax liabilities would create a hardship to the taxpayer in meeting necessary living expenses.

Maddy summaryThis resolution requests Governor Hochul to officially recognize November 1, 2025, as Vegan Day in New York State, aligning with the global observance of World Vegan Day. It has no legal effect or policy changes - it serves solely as a symbolic gesture to acknowledge the vegan lifestyle's health, environmental, and animal welfare benefits. The resolution was formally adopted by the Assembly on June 9, 2025, and directs the Governor to issue the proclamation. It does not create new laws, regulations, or obligations for residents or businesses.

Relates to providing information to patients and the public on hospital rule-based exclusions; requires the commissioner of health to collect from each hospital a list of its hospital rule-based exclusions and publish such information on the department's website.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates June 1, 2025, as "Animal Rights Day" in New York State to align with the global observance of National Animal Rights Day, celebrated in over 50 countries on the first Sunday in June. It does not create new laws or policies but serves as a symbolic gesture by the legislature to raise public awareness about animal rights and welfare. The resolution emphasizes the importance of animal welfare principles - such as humane treatment, proper care, and ecological roles - without imposing legal obligations on individuals or organizations. It was introduced and adopted by the New York State Assembly on June 6, 2025, as a formal recognition of the annual event.

Establishes a state frontotemporal degeneration registry; defines terms; requires every physician, nurse practitioner, nurse physician assistant and general hospital that diagnoses or is treating a patient diagnosed with an FTD disorder to give notice to the department; requires certain information to be confidential; sets forth the duties of the commissioner of health; requires the department of health to create and maintain a webpage.

Protects individuals who provide or receive legally protected health activity, including reproductive health care and gender-affirming care, from criminal or civil liability or professional sanctions imposed by jurisdictions outside the state.

Requires the office of children and family services to provide luggage to youth in foster care; provides that such luggage shall be distributed to social services districts for distribution to foster care youth; requires the office of children and family services to submit an annual report to the governor and the legislature about the distribution of luggage to foster care youth.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits food stores and retail establishments from refusing cash payments for in-person transactions, with limited exceptions for cash payments over $20 or remote purchases (phone/mail/internet). It bans charging higher prices for cash payments compared to digital payments and imposes civil penalties of up to $1,000 for first violations, increasing to $1,500 for subsequent violations. Retailers must provide fee-free cash-to-prepaid card conversion devices with receipts, and if these devices malfunction, they must accept cash and display clear signage. The law applies to most retail businesses but excludes banks and trust companies.

Maddy summaryThis Assembly Resolution memorializes Governor Hochul to proclaim May 31, 2025, as "No Tobacco Day" in New York State, aligning with global World No Tobacco Day. It does not create new laws but aims to raise public awareness about tobacco-related health risks, including second-hand smoke dangers and youth e-cigarette use. The resolution encourages New Yorkers to avoid tobacco products and supports smoke-free initiatives without imposing regulatory changes.

Maddy summaryThis bill defines "consumer debt" as any obligation for personal, family, or household expenses (including medical debt), excluding real estate-secured debt and rent arrears. It updates court procedures to use "consumer debt" instead of "consumer credit transaction," requiring summons to display this term in both Spanish and English and setting a 3-year filing limit for such cases. The bill also clarifies venue rules for lawsuits and adjusts filing fees for consumer debt actions. These changes standardize legal terminology and processes across New York courts for debt-related cases involving individuals.