Asm. Amy Paulin

Expands the use of body scanners to facilities operated by the office of mental health and the office for people with developmental disabilities; establishes alternative methods of screening.

Requires the division of criminal justice services to establish a veterinary care program to care for retired law enforcement dogs in the service of or utilized by law enforcement agencies and retired fire investigation.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires anyone (other than election officials) who sends mail intended to challenge a voter's eligibility to file specific documentation with the state board of elections within two business days. The required filing includes copies of the mail, recipient lists, and details about the sender (name, address, employer). Failure to file creates a legal presumption that the mail cannot be used to challenge the voter's qualifications. The law directly affects organizations or individuals sending such challenge-related mail, aiming to prevent misuse of voter challenge processes.

Directs the department of health to collect certain data from relevant entities, and designated public safety answering points to receive 911 service calls, regarding calls and dispatches for emergency medical services; establishes reporting requirements.

Maddy summaryThis bill bans adhesive-based rodent traps (like glue traps and glue boards) in all state-owned or state-leased buildings. It directly affects state agencies, offices, and facilities that previously used these traps for pest control. The prohibition takes effect one year after the law is enacted, requiring state buildings to switch to alternative rodent control methods. The law defines "adhesive-based traps" broadly to cover common devices designed to capture rodents using sticky substances.

Maddy summaryThis bill sets new requirements for who can supervise mental health counselors and marriage and family therapists in New York. It specifies that supervisors must have at least three years of active licensure, diagnostic privileges, and 36 hours of specialized training in supervision ethics. The bill also clarifies that supervised experience gained under certain department waivers - such as in settings operating under temporary authorization - can count toward licensing requirements. These changes apply directly to professionals seeking licensure and those providing supervision in the mental health counseling field.

Maddy summaryBill A 8301 updates the laws regarding the appointment of guardians for individuals with developmental disabilities. It expands the scope of these guardianships to also include persons with traumatic brain injuries. The bill revises the criteria for appointing a guardian, requiring clear and convincing evidence and ensuring the guardianship is imposed in the least restrictive manner necessary. Additionally, it mandates that courts assess an individual's capacity to make health care decisions and clarifies the authority of guardians to make these decisions, including those involving life-sustaining treatment, for both individuals with developmental disabilities and traumatic brain injuries.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes New York's First Home Savings Program, creating tax-advantaged savings accounts for first-time home buyers. It directly affects New York residents who have never owned a primary residence (including those with mobile homes but excluding those who claimed home tax deductions), allowing them to save for purchasing a home in the state. Key provisions include tax incentives under state law, strict rules defining "first-time buyer" status, and requirements that funds be used only for qualified home purchases (houses, condos, or co-ops) within New York as a primary residence. Withdrawals for non-qualified purposes face penalties, while exceptions exist for death, emergencies, or military service. The program is managed by the state comptroller and requires accounts to be held at approved financial institutions.

Provides that persons charged with a parking violation shall be able to make an electronic court appearance unless a locality elects not to permit electronic appearances.

Relates to utilization review program standards; requires use of evidence-based and peer reviewed clinical review criteria; relates to prescription drug formulary changes and pre-authorization for certain health care services.