Sen. Kevin Parker

Directs the commissioner of education to establish an incentive program for school districts wishing to implement programs of foreign language in the elementary schools; directs the commissioner of education to establish an incentive program for college students wishing to become foreign language teachers; makes an appropriation therefor.

Creates the New York state commission on sex offender supervision and management; provides that such commission shall consist of thirteen members; requires the commission to make a report of its findings.

Establishes a five-year moratorium on foreign entities purchasing homes in New York state unless the purchase is for a primary residence; directs the department of state to conduct a study on the effects of the moratorium on the housing market and to send a report on the study to the legislature; specifies data and indicators to analyze for the study; defines terms.

Maddy summaryThis bill changes the deadline for filing lawsuits against government bodies or officials in New York. It requires such legal proceedings to be started within four months after a government decision becomes final and is served, or after a demand for action is refused. The clock starts five days after a mailed notice is sent, and a two-year extension applies if the person filing the case was under a legal disability (like being a minor) when the decision became final. This affects individuals or groups challenging government actions by setting a clear, shorter timeframe for legal action.

Requires local solid waste management plans for cities over one million to include a plan for litter control including provision for placement of an adequate number of receptacles for trash and recyclables in commercial and business zones and in public recreational areas.

Authorizes the commissioner of health to make grants to not-for-profit organizations and elementary, secondary and postsecondary schools to be used to help pay for the costs of conducting local blood drives.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates tax credits for New York homeowners and businesses that install qualifying green infrastructure on their property. Homeowners can claim up to 50% of costs (capped at $10,000) for features like rain gardens, permeable pavement, or green roofs, while businesses get up to 50% (capped at $5,000). Eligibility requires New York residency for 24 months (homeowners) or 36 months (businesses) with property located in the state. The credit applies to specific, cost-effective stormwater management systems designed to reduce runoff and provide community benefits, such as rainwater harvesting or downspout disconnection.

Relates to designating the county of Kings a cease and desist zone; establishes an affirmative defense to violations of nonsolicitation orders and cease and desist zones.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends tax laws to exclude payments in lieu of property taxes from renewable energy systems (like solar, wind, and battery storage) from school district and local government tax levies. It specifically removes these energy-related payments from calculations used to determine funding levels for schools and local services. The change directly affects school districts and municipalities that rely on tax levy formulas, ensuring renewable energy projects don't reduce their available funding.

Relates to the time period during which absentee ballots shall be mailed or delivered after an application for such ballot is received by the board of elections.