Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Prisoners' Legal Services of New York, a nonprofit organization founded in 1976 to provide legal representation to incarcerated individuals. The resolution acknowledges the organization's history, including its origins following the 1971 Attica prison uprising and its evolution from a federally funded program to a state-funded entity, while noting its current reduced capacity due to budget constraints. The bill does not create new laws or funding but instead directs the legislative body to pause proceedings to honor the organization's contributions and authorizes sending a copy of the resolution to the Prisoners' Legal Services of New York.
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Maddy summaryThis bill asks the Governor of New York to officially designate March 2026 as Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder Awareness Month. It directly affects the state government and individuals living with NMOSD, a rare autoimmune disease that can cause vision loss, paralysis, and other neurological symptoms. The resolution directs the Governor to issue a proclamation recognizing the month, aligning with national awareness efforts to improve public understanding and support for those affected by the condition.
Requires the department of health to develop and maternal health care providers to distribute written information about episiotomy to maternity patients.
Maddy summaryThis bill creates a state premium assistance program in New York to provide health insurance coverage to individuals who lose coverage due to changes in federal immigration policies. It directly affects lawfully present immigrants who currently qualify for federal subsidies but may become ineligible due to their immigration status. The program would offer financial assistance equivalent to federal premium tax credits and cost-sharing reductions based on household income, starting no later than January 1, 2027. Additionally, the bill expands eligibility for existing coverage to include certain low-income residents regardless of federal funding availability, with special provisions for pregnant individuals and their children.
Makes the release of any claim by an employee, or independent contractor who is a natural person, against an employer, unenforceable if, as a condition of such resolution, the employee or independent contractor is prohibited from applying for, accepting, or engaging in future employment with such employer, or any entity or entities related to such employer.
Provides that any person who has been injured by reason of any violation of any such rules, regulations or policies as the superintendent may promulgate may bring an action in such person's own name; assert a counterclaim; or, if an action is commenced by the mortgagee or anyone acting on its behalf, bring a third party claim, against either the mortgagee and/or the mortgage servicer to enjoin any violations thereof; authorizes damages; makes related provisions.
Maddy summaryThis bill asks the Governor of New York to officially designate May 5, 2026, as Queens Day to recognize the borough's cultural diversity and contributions to the state. The resolution directs the Governor to issue a proclamation for this date, which will coincide with a Queens Day celebration event in Albany featuring food, beverages, and displays of local businesses. The bill is sponsored by Senator Stavisky and was adopted by the Senate on March 24, 2026, after being referred to the Finance Committee. Copies of the resolution will be sent to the Governor, the Queens Borough President's office, and the Queens Chamber of Commerce.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally congratulates St. John's Episcopal Church in Brooklyn, New York, on its 200th anniversary. The resolution recognizes the church's historical significance as the first integrated Episcopal parish in Brooklyn and acknowledges its role in serving diverse communities across generations. It directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to offer congratulations and authorizes the transmission of the resolution to the church. The bill does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the institution's milestone.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate Resolution that formally honors Nassau County Police Officer Patricia Espinosa, who died in a car accident on January 31, 2026. The resolution expresses the legislative body's condolences to her family and acknowledges her service, community involvement, and dedication to public safety. It does not create new laws or policies but serves as an official tribute to recognize her life and contributions.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally congratulates the Medgar Evers College Men's and Women's Indoor Track and Field teams for winning the 2026 CUNYAC Indoor Track and Field Championships on March 1, 2026. The resolution recognizes the teams' third consecutive championship title and specifically acknowledges the achievements of individual athletes, head coach Hugh Reid, and assistant coach Aaron Dickens. It also notes the teams' point totals and the support they received from their community, while directing copies of the resolution to the named individuals and the college.