Asm. Dana Levenberg

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes an "Extended Producer Responsibility" program for artificial turf, requiring manufacturers and importers to manage the collection and disposal of discarded products within the state. To comply, producers must submit a plan to the state department outlining how they will fund and implement collection sites, which can be permanent locations or mobile units that accept all types of turf regardless of brand. The law defines key terms such as "producer" and "recycling" to ensure that companies selling artificial turf are financially responsible for its end-of-life management through reuse, recycling, or proper disposal rather than relying solely on consumers or taxpayers.

Prohibits certain financial institutions from charging a fee for making monthly, semi-monthly, and biweekly payments or for changing the frequency of mortgage payments.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes an extended producer responsibility program for mattresses, requiring manufacturers and importers to manage the disposal and recycling of their products. Producers must submit a detailed plan to the state department outlining how they will collect discarded mattresses, with specific goals to ensure collection sites are accessible to the majority of residents within a few years. The program defines recycling as separating materials for reuse while excluding incineration, chemical conversion, or landfill disposal. Retailers and consumers are also involved, with retailers responsible for facilitating the return of old mattresses and consumers able to discard them at designated collection sites. The legislation creates an advisory board to oversee the program and sets up enforcement measures and penalties for non-compliance.

Relates to the sale and possession of self-defense spray devices in the state; removes the requirement that only authorized dealers and pharmacists could sell such devices; provides that no more than two self-defense spray devices may be sold at any one time to a single purchaser; repeals certain provisions of law relating thereto.

Requires certain labeling to be used to indicate the safety dates and quality dates of food products; requires the department of agriculture and markets to educate consumers about such provisions.

Requires screening incarcerated individuals for eligibility for public benefits prior to release and assistance in applying for such programs; requires officials to seek waivers from the USDA for eligibility for such program.

Maddy summaryBill A 5420 requires certain temporary shelters to provide menstrual products to individuals at no cost. This mandate applies to facilities that receive state or state-administered funds, including family shelters, domestic violence shelters, and emergency apartments. The bill specifically expands this requirement to include drop-in centers, intake shelters, and emergency congregate housing. These facilities must supply an adequate number of products, such as sanitary napkins, tampons, and panty liners, to those who need them.

Requires law enforcement officers to conduct a lethality assessment as part of the standardized domestic incident report form when responding to incidents of domestic violence.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates May 29, 2026, as "Learn About Composting Day" to raise public awareness about the benefits of composting food waste. The resolution highlights that composting can reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve soil health, and help mitigate climate change impacts. It does not create new laws or require any specific actions from citizens or businesses. The measure serves as a symbolic gesture to encourage sustainable waste management practices in New York State.

Assesses a 100% tax on distributions from the federal anti-weaponization fund; provides that such tax shall not be reduced pursuant to any deduction, exemption or credit.