Sen. Tony Palumbo

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution congratulates Peyton Mullin, a freshman wrestler from Dundee High School, for winning the 235-pound weight class title at the NYSPHSAA Girls Invitational State Championship on January 26, 2024. The document highlights her tournament performance, including victories over top-ranked opponents, and acknowledges her extensive wrestling career achievements and the support of her coaches and community. The bill does not change any laws or policies; instead, it formally recognizes Mullin's accomplishment and directs that a copy of the resolution be sent to her and her head coach.

Prohibits the use of intoxication of the victim as a defense in sex crimes where the victim is under the influence of any drug, intoxicant, or other substance to a degree which rendered the victim temporarily incapable of appraising or controlling such person's conduct and such condition was known or reasonably should have been known to a person in the actor's situation.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks the Governor of New York to officially recognize May 24, 2024, as Long Island Sound Day. The resolution highlights the ecological importance and economic value of the Long Island Sound, noting its diverse wildlife and significant role in recreation and commerce. By adopting this measure, the state legislature formally acknowledges the region's natural resources and joins Connecticut in celebrating the area. The bill does not create new laws or regulations but serves to honor the sound through a ceremonial proclamation.

Allows schools and camps to implement a policy to administer over-the-counter medication to students and children attending such schools or camps upon written request by such students' and children's parents or guardians.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally congratulates the Hoosic Valley Odyssey of the Mind teams for winning first place in New York State. It recognizes the achievements of the student teams and their coaches, acknowledging their success in a competition that fosters creativity and problem-solving skills. The resolution directs that copies of the document be sent to the coaches and team members to honor their accomplishments.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution commemorates the 60th anniversary of Fania Records, a historic New York-based label founded in 1964 that pioneered salsa music and launched the careers of many Latin music legends. The bill formally recognizes the label's cultural impact and its role in telling the story of American immigration through music, noting that three of its recordings are already listed in the National Recording Registry. It directs the state legislature to pause its proceedings to honor the label's members and resolves to send a copy of the resolution to Fania Records.

Clarifies that the New York state health insurance program remains subject to certain provisions of the financial services law and coverage for usual and customary costs for out-of-network health care service.

Provides accidental disability retirement benefits for deputy sheriff Richard Stueber, a participant in World Trade Center rescue, recovery, and cleanup operations.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires employers to provide a designated sink or individual basin for washing breast pump equipment in the room set aside for nursing employees. The provision applies to any workplace that already offers a private, shielded space for expressing breast milk, ensuring the area includes necessary amenities like a chair, working surface, and electrical outlet. By adding this specific requirement, the legislation aims to support lactating workers by making the designated nursing room more functional and hygienic. The change takes effect immediately upon signing.

Allows victim impact statements in New York state be video recorded; requires that the members of the parole board and all presiding commissioners for such hearing review all relevant victim impact statements prior to the conduct of a parole hearing and to sign a written attestation confirming that they have done so.