Sen. Leroy Comrie

Maddy summaryThis bill (S 8914) amends New York State law to officially designate taxi and limousine inspectors as peace officers. It directly affects city-employed inspectors who oversee taxi and limousine operations. The key provision adds inspectors to the legal definition of peace officers in the criminal procedure law, granting them specific enforcement powers during their duties. The bill clarifies that inspectors cannot carry firearms without a valid license and employer authorization, as required by existing penal law.

Provides that the New York city municipal water finance authority shall include, incorporate, or pass through to consumers or customers any charge, fee, assessment, or rental payment imposed by a municipality upon the authority or water board for the use, occupancy, or rental of municipal property, infrastructure, or rights-of-way.

Sets base wage requirements for certain human services workers employed in eligible state-funded programs that provide health and/or welfare assistance.

Enacts the "utility penalty and customer bill relief act"; requires every gas corporation, electric corporation, combination gas and electric corporation, water-works corporation and the Long Island power authority which fails to achieve annual customer service performance targets in a particular year, which are subject to financial penalties or negative revenue adjustments to return such penalties or adjustments to rate payers as a direct bill credit.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (J 1315) formally congratulating the Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake High School Boys Cross Country Team and Head Coach Chip Button for winning the 2025 New York State Class B Championship. It recognizes their athletic achievement, 25th Section 2 Championship, 13th state title, and academic success (95.6% team GPA), alongside their community support and coaching. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply provides official recognition through a formal statement sent to the team, coach, and school officials. As a procedural resolution, it does not affect laws or regulations.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (not a bill), not a law with policy changes. It formally congratulates the Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake High School Field Hockey Team and Head Coach Kelly Vrooman for winning the 2025 Class B NYSPHSAA Field Hockey Championship. The resolution recognizes their 21-1-1 season record, second consecutive state title, and academic achievements (95.2 GPA collectively). It has no legal effect or impact on any policies, programs, or individuals beyond the ceremonial acknowledgment.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (J 1317), not a substantive bill. It formally congratulates the Stillwater Girls Varsity Soccer Team and Head Coach Christine Ihnatolya for winning the New York State Public High School Athletic Association Class C State Championship on November 16, 2025. The resolution specifically recognizes the team's 22-1 record, four sectional titles, and 92.6 average GPA, naming all players and coaches. It has no policy impact or financial effect - it is purely symbolic recognition directed to the team, school officials, and staff.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (Senate Resolution 1351) congratulating the Tri-Valley Secondary School Girls Cross Country Team and Head Coach Skylar Musa for winning the 2025 New York State Class D Cross Country Championship. It specifically recognizes their undefeated season (8-0 overall), sixth state title, and the contributions of athletes and assistant coaches. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely serves as a formal expression of legislative praise. It does not affect any laws, regulations, or individuals beyond this ceremonial acknowledgment.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution requests Governor Hochul to issue a proclamation designating May 6-12, 2026, as Nurses Week in New York State, aligning with National Nurses Week. It recognizes New York's 256,000+ registered nurses and their critical role in healthcare, including patient safety, primary care, and meeting the needs of an aging population. The resolution does not create new law but serves as a formal state-level acknowledgment of nurses' contributions. It directly addresses the Governor to take action, with no direct impact on policy or funding.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a binding bill) requesting Governor Hochul to proclaim January 25-31, 2026, as "Medicolegal Death Investigation Professionals Week" in New York. It does not create new laws or policies - it solely honors professionals who investigate deaths to determine cause and manner. The resolution recognizes these workers' role in supporting families and communities through death investigations. No specific individuals or groups are directly affected by this symbolic gesture.