Asm. Carl Heastie

Maddy summaryThis resolution commemorates the 41st Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in New York State on January 19, 2026, by formally recognizing Dr. King's legacy and contributions to civil rights and social justice. It serves as a symbolic legislative gesture - adopted by the Assembly - to honor his work and does not create new laws, policies, or affect any specific group through legal mechanisms.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows New York governors to schedule special elections for congressional and state legislative vacancies on the next existing general election date, rather than holding separate elections. It applies when a vacancy occurs in the same calendar year as a scheduled general election, with specific timing windows (e.g., 40-50 days for state assembly/senate seats). Governors may choose to consolidate elections but are not required to do so. The goal is to reduce costs for local election boards, minimize voter confusion, and increase turnout by avoiding frequent elections.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits gas companies from charging customers for repair, inspection, maintenance, or damage remedies related to gas equipment or personal property. It directly affects gas company customers by eliminating these specific service fees. The key provision amends the public service law to state that gas corporations "shall not make or impose an additional charge" for these services, except in limited cases like denied inspections or meter tampering. The law takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Provides that bi-weekly salary installment payments and allowances shall not be withheld for members of the state legislature if the governor has submitted certain legislation which is not necessary for the effective implementation of the appropriation bill or bills and legislative passage of the budget has not occurred prior to the first day of any fiscal year.

Maddy summaryThis bill (Assembly Resolution E820) is a procedural resolution that specifies the exact organizations and funding amounts for state grants in the 2025-26 fiscal year. It directly affects health centers, human services organizations, nonprofits, municipalities, and other eligible entities listed in the resolution (e.g., APICHA COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER, $25,000; UNITED HOSPICE, $95,000). The key mechanism is requiring a detailed, itemized list of grantees with allocated funds to be approved by the Assembly Speaker and budget director before being included in a spending resolution. The resolution does not create new programs but formalizes existing funding allocations for services like healthcare, mental health, and community support.

Maddy summaryAssembly Resolution E 821 amends previous resolutions to establish an updated, itemized list of grantees receiving funds under New York State's Capital Assistance Program. The resolution specifies funding allocations for 50+ organizations and municipalities (including Albany Medical Center, Brooklyn Public Library, and the City of Buffalo) for projects like community centers, arts venues, and infrastructure. It formalizes existing funding distributions authorized under the 2008 Capital Assistance Program, without creating new policy or eligibility criteria. The resolution was adopted on June 17, 2025, as part of routine administrative updates to grant allocations.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) honoring the late U.S. Representative Charles B. Rangel. It expresses the New York State Assembly's tribute to Rangel, a 46-year congressman from Harlem, decorated Korean War veteran, and first Black chair of the House Ways and Means Committee, who died on May 26, 2025. The resolution formally mourns his passing and recognizes his legacy of advocating for social justice, economic equity, and Harlem's community. It does not create any new laws or policy changes.

Maddy summaryAssembly Resolution No. 412 is a procedural bill that memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to officially proclaim May 6, 2025, as Police Memorial Day in the State of New York. The resolution aims to honor police officers who have died in the line of duty and recognize the contributions of all police officers in the state.

Maddy summaryAssembly Resolution No. 405 is a commemorative resolution that honors the memory of deceased members of the New York State Assembly. It expresses the Legislative Body's deepest condolences to their families and directs that copies of the resolution be transmitted to them.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (K 336) asking Governor Kathy Hochul to officially declare April 9, 2025, as "West Point Day" in New York State. It does not create new laws or policies; instead, it requests the Governor issue a proclamation to honor the United States Military Academy at West Point, established in New York in 1802. The resolution commemorates the Academy's history, its graduates' contributions to national leadership, and its role as a key institution in New York. As a procedural resolution, it directly affects the Governor (who would issue the proclamation) and the public (who would observe the designated day). The bill was adopted by the Assembly on April 9, 2025.