Asm. Matt Slater

Maddy summaryThis bill asks the Governor of New York to officially declare the week of April 20-24, 2026, as Work Zone Awareness Week. The measure aims to highlight safety concerns for construction workers and drivers during the busy spring construction season. By aligning with the national observance, the bill encourages motorists to exercise extra caution when passing highway work sites. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to promote awareness of work zone dangers.

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 allows children to request birth certificates for their deceased parents without needing a court order. Currently, such requests require a court ruling, but this law adds a new provision permitting the child to apply directly if they can prove their relationship through consanguinity or adoption records. The change applies to all children seeking these documents and simplifies the process by removing the mandatory court step. It takes effect immediately upon passage.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires New York State to hold separate interscholastic athletic championships for public and non-public high schools. It mandates that the state athletic associations organize distinct competitions for each group and prohibits public and non-public schools from competing against each other before these state championships take place. The law applies to all high school interscholastic athletic associations and takes effect on July 1 following its passage.

Enacts the "beauty justice act"; provides for the regulation of ingredients in personal care products and cosmetics; prohibits the sale of personal care products and cosmetic products containing certain restricted products.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires New York State to install electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at state-owned parking facilities with 50+ spaces. Facilities with 50-200 spaces must provide charging for at least 10% of spaces (or equivalent electrical capacity), while larger facilities (over 200 spaces) must provide for 20%. All stations must meet minimum electrical specs (40 amps, 208 volts) and comply with local electrical codes. The Office of General Services will handle installation, maintenance, and necessary electrical upgrades, with contracted work requiring prevailing wages. The law takes effect April 1st after enactment.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally acknowledges the death of Sheridan Grace Gorman, an 18-year-old student from Yorktown Heights, New York, who passed away in March 2026 while attending college in Chicago. The resolution expresses the legislative body's condolences to her family and recognizes her positive impact on her school, community, and friends. It includes a moment of silence during legislative proceedings and directs that a copy of the resolution be sent to her family. The measure does not create new laws or policies but serves as a symbolic gesture of remembrance and support for the grieving community.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks the Governor of New York to officially recognize March 6, 2026, as Dentist's Day in the state. It is intended to honor dentists and raise awareness about oral health care, aligning with the national observance of the same date. The resolution does not change laws or create new programs; it simply directs the Governor to issue a proclamation acknowledging the contributions of dental professionals.

Maddy summaryThis bill grants retroactive Tier V membership in the New York State and Local Employees' Retirement System to Marca McClenon, a former part-time employee of the Yorktown Library. The legislation allows her to be treated as if she had joined the retirement system on March 26, 2012, the date she became eligible, provided she files an application with the state comptroller within one year of the bill's effective date. The Yorktown Library will cover all past service costs associated with this membership change, and McClenon will not receive a refund of any contributions she may have already made.

Maddy summaryThis bill, known as Nicole's law, creates new requirements for hospitals in the state to improve care for patients who have self-inflicted life-threatening injuries like suicide attempts or overdoses. It mandates that hospitals review a patient's medical history for past self-harm incidents and contact family members for additional context when admitting such patients. The law also requires longer hospital stays for those with previous similar injuries, provides 48-hour advance notice before discharge, and ensures patients receive referrals to outpatient support services. Additionally, clinical trial operators must offer crisis resources and supportive messages to individuals who are excluded from trials due to suicide risk.