Enacts the New York child data privacy protection act to prevent the exploitation of children's data; requires data controllers to assess the impact of its products on children for review by the bureau of internet and technology.
Enacts the "Supervising Upcoming Professionals for Practice in Official Roles in Therapy (SUPPORT) act"; provides that for licensure as a clinical social worker, an applicant may satisfy the experience requirements under supervision of a mental health practitioner who has been granted the privilege to diagnose and develop assessment-based treatment plans under article one hundred sixty-three of the education law.
Maddy summaryThis New York bill prohibits openly carrying a rifle or shotgun in a visible manner on public property. It defines "openly carries" as carrying the firearm in a way that makes it visible to others. The law includes 15 specific exemptions, such as for hunters with permits, law enforcement officers, military personnel on duty, individuals on private property with permission, and those participating in historical reenactments or biathlon events. These exemptions allow open carry under defined circumstances while banning it for the general public in most public settings.
Provides that contractors and subcontractors to cable television companies who are assessed penalties for two separate violations of payroll reporting requirements shall be ineligible to submit a bid on or be awarded any public work contract with the state, any municipal corporation or public body for five years; provides that cable television companies shall be subject to the requirement that workers on certain excavation projects be paid not less than a prevailing rate of wage.
Maddy summaryThis bill modifies the existing New York State Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) incentive program. It provides tuition awards to eligible undergraduate students who graduate in the top ten percent of their New York high school class and enroll full-time in approved STEM programs at New York public or private colleges. The award covers tuition up to the State University of New York (SUNY) resident rate. However, the award converts to a student loan if the recipient does not complete their STEM degree or fails to work in a STEM field within New York state for five years after graduation. The legislative intent is to promote STEM education, help New York students compete globally, and involve business and industry in career development.
Maddy summaryThis bill limits home care aides to 12-hour shifts without their explicit consent. It prohibits employers from requiring overtime beyond this limit, and any agreement for longer shifts must be voluntarily provided in writing for each specific instance. The law protects aides from retaliation, including dismissal or penalties, for refusing excessive hours or reporting violations. Exceptions only apply during true emergencies after exhausting all staffing options, and even then, overtime cannot exceed four hours without consent.
Establishes the universal child care act to provide for the establishment and funding of universal child care in the state of New York; establishes a universal child care taskforce to help implement universal child care in the state and repeals certain provisions of the social services law relating thereto; establishes the permanent child care workforce pay equity fund; establishes a universal child care public option pilot program to provide universal child care in at least twenty locations throughout the state; makes an appropriation therefor.
Maddy summaryThis bill, S 3664, freezes future water rate increases for eligible elderly homeowners in New York City. It applies to residents aged 65+ who own their primary residence (a 1-4 family home), have household income under $50,000 for two consecutive tax years (starting 2019), and verify this through the city tax department. The exemption prevents these homeowners from paying higher water rates due to future rate hikes, though the city can temporarily suspend it during droughts or water emergencies. The policy takes effect July 1, 2027, and does not affect eligibility for other existing water bill discounts.
Maddy summaryThis bill (S 107) grants tenant associations in "assisted rental housing" (buildings with federal/state rent controls or subsidies) the right to purchase their building before it converts to market-rate housing. Tenant associations representing at least 60% of occupied units can submit a written offer to buy at the property's appraised value within 120 days of a potential sale, before the owner accepts a third-party offer. The bill defines "affordable" as rents not exceeding 30% of household income or prior rent restrictions, and requires the purchase to maintain long-term affordability. It applies specifically to properties participating in programs like Section 8 or HUD-subsidized housing, giving tenants priority to prevent displacement.
Directs the commissioner of the division of homeland security and emergency services to conduct a review and analysis of the security measures taken at the transportation facilities of the metropolitan transportation authority and its subsidiaries; requires such director to issue confidential reports of their findings and recommendations.
