Asm. Nader Sayegh

Maddy summaryThis bill asks the Governor of New York to officially designate August 24, 2026, as Ukrainian-American Heritage Day. The measure highlights the state's large Ukrainian population and acknowledges the historical significance of Ukraine's independence day. It also recognizes the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and the support New York has provided to refugees. The resolution directs copies to the Governor and two specific organizations in Yonkers for their records.

Enacts the "food safety and chemical disclosure act"; prohibits certain food additives and food color additives; provides that in an action to enforce compliance, the recognition by the federal food and drug administration of any of these substances as safe may not be alleged as a defense; establishes requirements for the reporting of GRAS (generally recognized as safe) substances.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a dentist loan repayment program and a practice support program to encourage dentists to work in underserved areas of New York. The loan repayment program provides up to $50,000 per year for three years (totaling $150,000) to help repay student loans for dentists who commit to practicing in underserved areas for three years. The practice support program offers up to $70,000 per year for three years (totaling $210,000) to assist dentists in establishing practices or hospitals in recruiting dentists for underserved communities. Both programs are funded at $1.2 million annually for loan repayment and $3 million annually for practice support (2025-2028), with at least 50% of funds reserved for dentists trained in teaching hospitals and 1/3 allocated to New York City.

Establishes the electric landscaping equipment rebate program to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve air quality, and reduce noise pollution by promoting the adoption of quieter, zero-emission landscaping equipment; provides for rebates at the point of sale for applicants purchasing or leasing certain equipment; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires used car dealers in New York to check for safety recalls on vehicles before selling them. Dealers must make a good-faith effort to identify any outstanding manufacturer or NHTSA recalls and either fix the issues themselves or arrange for repairs to satisfy the recall. It applies directly to dealers selling used vehicles at retail, with violations subject to $5,000 penalties per offense. The law aims to ensure vehicles sold to consumers meet current safety standards before purchase.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially recognize April 2026 as Arab American Heritage Month in New York State. The resolution highlights the historical and cultural contributions of Arab Americans to the state, noting that over 300,000 residents call New York home. It also acknowledges the diverse origins of Arab communities in the state and the importance of promoting awareness and cultural competence. The measure is a symbolic gesture intended to honor Arab American heritage and does not create new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill sets new rules for New York's Medicaid inspector general when auditing healthcare providers' billing for medical assistance payments. It defines key terms like "overpayment" and "clerical error," requires auditors to follow specific standards, and limits how they can spread audit findings to all claims (extrapolation) for minor, isolated errors. Providers must receive detailed audit reports explaining findings and have the right to submit supporting documentation before final decisions. The bill also mandates annual reporting on audit activities to state officials, including how many audits used extrapolation and their financial impact.

Enacts the "bird safe buildings act" directing the commissioner of general services to incorporate practices and strategies to reduce bird fatality resulting from collisions with certain state-owned or state-leased buildings, and for other purposes; requires the commissioner to develop a design guide that includes features, methods and strategies, and best practices for reducing bird fatalities.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a state-funded program to provide health insurance coverage to New Yorkers who lose eligibility for federal subsidies due to their immigration status. It establishes a new state premium assistance program that offers financial help equivalent to federal tax credits for lawfully present individuals who are currently ineligible for federal aid. Additionally, the legislation expands eligibility for existing state coverage to include more noncitizens and increases income limits for pregnant individuals and their newborns, with some provisions funded directly by state money regardless of federal approval.

Maddy summaryThis bill expands New York State's newborn screening program to include five additional rare genetic conditions: CLN2, MPS IVA, MPS VI, MPS VII, and Fabry disease. The legislation directly affects newborns in New York by requiring healthcare providers to test for these conditions shortly after birth, enabling earlier diagnosis and treatment. The bill achieves this by amending the state's public health law to add these specific diseases to the official screening panel. This change ensures that infants at risk for these treatable conditions can receive timely medical intervention. The law takes effect immediately upon passage.