Sen. Joe Addabbo

Authorizes radiologic technologists to perform radiography services under collaborative practice agreements; defines "collaborative practice agreement" as an agreement between a radiologic technologist and a licensed physician which does not require the direct supervision of the licensed physician when administering certain radiography services; sets forth requirements for collaborative practice agreements.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires digital parking payment apps to clearly show users the parking rules for their specific location before they pay. It mandates that these apps display details like time limits, meter hours, and street cleaning schedules in a distinct color and must warn users about potential fines if they ignore the displayed restrictions. Municipalities and parking authorities must keep their apps updated with current rules and inform users if information might be incomplete. The law also protects app contractors who rely on data provided by the city, ensuring they are not held liable for errors in the official regulations they use.

Relates to requiring the Department of Homeless Services to notify the affected community board prior to locating transitional housing for the homeless; requires written notification sixty days before the department enters into a contractual arrangement with a transitional housing provider or otherwise finalizes its decision to use or expand a location as transitional housing.

Requires a motion picture theater that offers more than ten motion picture showings per week to provide scheduled showings of motion pictures with open motion picture captioning such that at least one quarter of all showings of a motion picture with four or more showings during a one-week time period shall have open motion picture captioning; provides exceptions and penalties for violations.

Relates to the establishment of a state university-based center for employee ownership that provides education and outreach to business owners regarding employee ownership.

Provides that "wild animal" means indigenous, non-domesticated animals native to the country in which they live and "exotic animal" means a wild animal with an origin of a different continent; adds certain wild or exotic animals to the list of non-companion animals; provides certain owners of wild or exotic animals with a license process.

Relates to the requirements for licensure of funeral directors; specifies requirements for a residency period under the direct supervision of a preceptor; sets requirements to act as a preceptor.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially declare October 9, 2026, as Sneakers Day in New York State. The resolution highlights the history and cultural significance of sneakers, noting their origins in the United States and their role in sports, wellness, and popular culture. It does not create new laws or change any regulations, but rather serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the footwear's impact. The text of the bill is a formal request to the governor to issue a proclamation recognizing the date.

Authorizes the transfer of memberships for certain members of the New York state and local police and fire retirement system who previously held a membership with the New York state and local employees' retirement system back to such retirement system.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs Governor Kathy Hochul to officially designate May 10-16, 2026, as Prevention Week in New York State. The resolution aims to raise awareness about substance use, mental health, and the dangers of opioids like fentanyl. It encourages schools and communities to participate in related events and recognizes the work of prevention organizations. The measure is a ceremonial proclamation and does not create new laws or funding.