Establishes the "earned time act" providing for time allowances against the term or maximum term of sentences imposed by the court to be credited on an annual pro rata basis.
Establishes a duty to inform certain patients about the risks associated with cesarean section for patients undergoing a planned or unplanned primary cesarean section.
Relates to the role of the department of corrections and community supervision in planning and facilitating the discharge or release of incarcerated individuals to the community.
Eliminates provisions exempting employees with disabilities from the minimum wage law; provides that laws or minimum wage orders that authorize an employer to pay a wage that is less than the minimum wage are valid provided that under such laws or orders an employee with a disability is paid the same wage as an employee in a comparable position that does not have a disability.
Maddy summaryThis bill modifies rules for settlement discussions at the Public Service Commission to allow certain issues to be kept separate from public negotiations. It directly affects parties involved in utility rate proceedings, such as customers, companies, and government agencies. Under the new rules, a party can ask to remove specific legal or factual arguments from settlement talks if they were raised in their initial testimony, provided this request is made within ten days of the reply testimony deadline. If the judge approves the request, those issues cannot be discussed during the first sixty days of settlement negotiations unless the party explicitly agrees to include them later. The legislation also clarifies how parties can appeal these decisions and defines key terms like "substantive issue" and "joint proposal" to ensure clarity in the process.
Provides that in any rate proceeding, any party may seek to sever from consideration in the settlement process or inclusion in any joint proposal any substantive issue that it discussed in its direct testimony.
Maddy summaryThis bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially designate April 2026 as Arab American Heritage Month in New York State. The resolution highlights the historical contributions and cultural significance of Arab Americans within the state, noting that New York is home to over 300,000 individuals from diverse Arab backgrounds. By directing copies of the resolution to the governor and several advocacy organizations, the measure seeks to raise public awareness and promote recognition of this community's heritage.
Establishes the CareForce first-time homebuyers program under which certain first-time homebuyers may receive below-market mortgage financing and forgivable down payment assistance.
Maddy summaryBill S 5565 requires health insurance policies, including comprehensive-type coverage, and Medicaid to cover patient navigation services. This coverage is for individuals facing serious health conditions expected to last at least three months, who are at high risk for outcomes like hospitalization or physical decline. Patient navigation services include screening for nonclinical needs such as transportation or housing, connecting individuals to support services, and assisting with healthcare appointments. Reimbursement is provided to trained and certified patient navigators who work under the general supervision of a licensed healthcare provider.
Establishes the crime of misappropriation of payroll funds when a person knows that funds are designated for use as employee payroll funds or as payment of payroll taxes, and intentionally prevents the funds from being used for their designated purpose.
