Includes a police or peace officer turning off their body camera or deleting a body camera recording in the crime of tampering with physical evidence and obstructing governmental administration.
Maddy summaryThis bill aims to expedite the construction and installation of new geothermal energy generation facilities, including dry steam, flash steam, and binary cycle plants, across New York state. It establishes an expedited process where the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), in consultation with the New York Power Authority, will pre-approve and map suitable sites for these facilities. The public will have an opportunity to comment on proposed sites if they affect local municipalities or agricultural land, and the bill directs NYSERDA to further expedite permitting for projects that utilize local unions for construction or retrofitting existing fossil fuel facilities.
Enacts the "affordable clean energy (ACE) act"; exempts renewable energy systems from certain requirements related to energy facilities (Part A); directs the New York power authority to propose a minimum of two priority transmission projects to address the areas of highest need on the bulk transmission system (Part B); exempts payment in lieu of taxes revenue from property tax cap calculations (Part C).
Maddy summaryS 1527 creates a sales tax exemption for commercial energy storage systems equipment and their installation costs. This directly affects businesses installing such systems on non-residential properties to store electricity for later use in heating, cooling, hot water, or power. The bill amends tax law to exempt these systems from state sales tax, covering both the equipment and installation services. Local governments must explicitly adopt this exemption in their tax ordinances to apply it.
Enacts the "securing customer assets against malfeasance" or "S.C.A.M." act; increases penalties for a scheme to defraud; broadens the definitions of commercial bribery and bribing a public servant; creates the crime of structuring; expands jurisdiction for tax revenue deprivation; increases penalties for defrauding the government and certain persons over the age of sixty-five.
Maddy summaryThis resolution commends the NYPD Guardians Association for hosting its Annual Scholarship & Awards Dinner Dance on March 6, 2026. It recognizes the association's work promoting equity for African-American NYPD members and supporting youth through scholarship programs, while highlighting specific honorees like Assistant Chief Aaron Edwards and Deputy Chief Melody Robinson for their leadership in law enforcement and community service. The resolution serves as a formal expression of appreciation with no binding policy changes.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (J 1655) honoring Antioch Baptist Church and Rev. Dr. Robert M. Waterman for his 24 years as pastor. It formally recognizes his leadership, the church's community service since 1918, and its role in Brooklyn's spiritual and civic life. The resolution has no policy or financial impact - it simply expresses legislative commendation through a formal resolution.
Establishes a gender-affirming care access program to provide support and increase access to gender-affirming care including certain medical and surgical care.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 1615 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Rhonda Shamin Binda, Esq., recognizing her upcoming receipt of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Visionary Awards Gala honor on March 22, 2026. It acknowledges her career in public service, including roles as Special Counsel to Public Safety in NYC, former Queens Deputy Borough President, and U.S. diplomat. The resolution has no policy impact; it simply expresses legislative admiration and will be presented to her as a formal commendation. This is a symbolic gesture with no substantive legislative effect.
Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 1603) memorializes Governor Hochul to officially designate April 2026 as "Workplace Violence Prevention Month" in New York State. It does not create new laws but requests the Governor issue a proclamation to raise public awareness about preventing workplace violence, particularly highlighting healthcare workers' elevated risk (five times higher than other industries). The resolution references April as the nationally recognized Workplace Violence Prevention Awareness Month and directs copies to the Governor and medical associations. It is a ceremonial measure focused on awareness, not policy change.
