Sen. Joe Addabbo

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill), requesting Governor Hochul to proclaim October 9, 2025, as "Sneakers Day" in New York State. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, people, or programs. The resolution simply asks the Governor to issue a formal proclamation recognizing this date, aligning with National Sneakers Day. Its purpose is symbolic awareness of sneakers' cultural and historical significance, not policy change.

Requires license plates for bicycles, bicycles with electric assist and electric scooters in New York city; requires a one time registration; requires a registration fee for such license plates.

Requires bicycles with electric assist and electric scooters be registered with the department of motor vehicles, inspected and have liability insurance; and have a license plate affixed to such bicycle with electric assist or electric scooter.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires liability insurance for bicycles (including electric assist models) and electric scooters operated in cities with populations of one million or more, outside the owner's private property. Owners must maintain insurance covering personal injury or property damage, and display proof upon request by authorities or affected parties. The requirement applies only to cities exceeding one million residents (like New York City), excluding use on the owner's own land. Exceptions allow self-insurance for government agencies or businesses with proof of financial capacity.

Extends the provisions relating to the New York state thoroughbred breeding and development fund until seventeen years after the commencement of the operation of a video lottery terminal facility at Aqueduct racetrack.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 1016 memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim June 2025 as Dairy Month in the State of New York. This resolution aims to acknowledge the significant contributions of the dairy industry and New York's dairy farmers to the state's economy and agriculture.

Maddy summaryBill J 1067 is a Senate Resolution that honors the Lexington School for the Deaf. It specifically recognizes the school for hosting its 28th Annual Basketball Classic, which features a game against the Assembly/Senate All-Stars.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution No. 1018 is a commemorative bill that commends the NYPD Asian Jade Society on the occasion of its 45th Anniversary. It recognizes the Society's outstanding service, leadership, and contributions to the safety and diversity of New York City and the entire State of New York.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution No. 1026 is a procedural bill that memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to officially proclaim July 20, 2025, as Colombian Independence Day in the State of New York. This resolution commemorates the 215th Anniversary of Colombian Independence and acknowledges the contributions of Colombians to the state and nation.

Maddy summaryBill J 986 is a New York Senate Resolution that memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2025 as Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month in the State of New York. It aims to increase public awareness of cystic fibrosis, a genetic disease affecting many New Yorkers.