Provides electronic mail services to an incarcerated individual which allows an incarcerated individual to send up to ten electronic mail letters a day at no charge.
Maddy summaryThis bill extends the time individuals have to claim unclaimed property held by banks from three to five years. It directly affects people who may have forgotten about bank deposits, securities, or other financial assets held by financial institutions. The key change modifies specific sections of the abandoned property law to increase the claim period from three years to five years for most types of unclaimed funds and assets.
Repeals the rebates for stock transfer tax paid; dedicates funds of the stock transfer tax fund and stock transfer incentive fund to various funds; establishes the safe water and infrastructure action program.
Maddy summaryThis bill, known as "the prison wage act," mandates compensation for incarcerated individuals performing labor in state and local correctional facilities. It requires that these individuals be paid at least one-half of the state's minimum wage for any work performed or for which a wage would typically be due. This compensation applies to various types of labor, including general facility work, tasks for nonprofit organizations, and participation in work release programs. Additionally, hourly incentive allowances for educational and training programs must also meet this minimum wage standard.
Maddy summaryBill S 1189 establishes new licensure requirements for entities providing fiscal intermediary services for personal assistance programs. Beginning April 1, 2027, these fiscal intermediaries must obtain a license from the commissioner, a process that includes an application fee and an assessment of their character, competence, and compliance. The bill also broadens the definition of fiscal intermediaries, modifies their annual reporting obligations, and creates a confidential state registry for personal assistants that these intermediaries must maintain. This legislation directly affects fiscal intermediaries, personal assistants, and consumers utilizing these services.
Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a new progressive income tax structure for high earners in New York, replacing current tax brackets. It directly affects New York residents with significant taxable income, particularly those earning above $17,000 annually for single filers (with higher thresholds for married couples). The key mechanism uses tiered tax rates that increase as income rises - starting at 4% for lower incomes and reaching up to 24% for earnings over $20 million. The bill amends existing tax law to implement these rates, which apply to taxable years beginning in 2023 through 2027 and will be adjusted for 2028 onward.
Relates to unlawful strikes by public employees; provides for the settlement of certain disputes relating to terms and conditions of employment of certain transit and transportation authorities.
Maddy summaryS 2148 creates the New York State Violence in Mass Media Research Program within the Firearm Violence Research Institute. The program studies how mass media reporting of violent crimes may influence public behavior, potentially encouraging copycat incidents or contributing to racial stereotyping, and examines media practices like naming perpetrators or showing crime scenes. It funds research on media's societal impact, coordinates with existing research efforts, and provides findings to state officials, agencies, and the public. The program is funded through the existing Firearm Violence Research Fund and directly affects state agencies, researchers, and media organizations through its studies and recommendations.
Enacts the HIRE NY act to provide zero interest loans through the urban development corporation for hiring by micro-businesses with fewer than five employees.
Maddy summaryThis bill establishes new regulations for on-demand pay providers in New York, which allow workers to access earned wages before their regular payday. It specifically distinguishes between "employer-integrated" providers (those working directly with employers) and "non-verified" providers (those not tied to employers). Employer-integrated providers must register with the superintendent, disclose fees clearly, and follow strict rules about user rights and data privacy, but are not treated as lenders. Non-verified providers, however, are regulated as lenders under loan laws and cannot charge more than 10% annual interest on advances. The law applies directly to workers who use these services and the companies offering them in New York.
