Relates to expanding the definition of "public body" to include any entity consisting of two or more members created by executive order of the governor.
Relates to the appointment and reporting duties of the superintendent of the state police and to the appointment of employees of the state police; requires the approval of certain duties of the state police by the superintendent of the state police.
Maddy summaryThis bill permits voters to take photographs of themselves and their own ballot at any voting stage (including in privacy booths or at ballot scanners), provided the photos don't include other voters or reveal others' ballots. It directly affects all voters by expanding their ability to document their voting experience on social media. The key provision explicitly prohibits soliciting others to show ballots or forcing someone to photograph their ballot (a new misdemeanor offense). The law amends election code to clarify these rights and restrictions without altering voting procedures. It takes immediate effect upon enactment.
Maddy summaryS 6197 requires navigation systems using GPS technology sold or offered in New York to display the legal clearance height of bridges and elevated structures along proposed driving routes. This directly affects navigation system manufacturers and sellers operating in New York State. The bill mandates that systems must provide this clearance information unless they include accurate, updated clearance data plus clear instructions directing drivers to verify their vehicle's height against restrictions. The requirement applies to all routes generated by user requests, aligning with existing state law requiring physical height signs on bridges. The bill is currently referred to the Consumer Protection committee.
Provides that hospitals which offer medical residency training in obstetrics, gynecology, internal medicine, women's health and osteopathy shall provide training which follows the Accreditation Council on Graduate Medical Education or the American Osteopathic Association special requirements for obstetrics-gynecology; provides for experience with induced abortions and complications thereto except where residency program has a religious, moral or legal restriction which prohibits residents from performing abortions within the institution.
Maddy summaryS 1347 establishes a price per ton of carbon dioxide emissions for electricity generated from carbon-based fuels (like coal and natural gas) in New York. This price, based on the state's social cost of carbon, would be paid by electricity generators using these fuels. Revenues collected would fund a new Carbon Dioxide Emissions Fund, with 60% distributed as tax credits to very low-to-moderate income residents (based on area median income) and 20% supporting renewable energy transitions in disadvantaged communities. The bill directly affects electricity generators using carbon-based fuels and aims to incorporate carbon pricing into New York's climate goals under the CLCPA.
Relates to the definition of elevated blood lead levels; provides that elevated lead levels means a blood lead level greater than or equal to 3.5 micrograms of lead per deciliter of whole blood or such lower blood lead level as may be established by the department of health pursuant to rule or regulation.
Maddy summaryBill S 7617, known as the "Safer Consumption Services Act," allows the Department of Health to approve entities to establish overdose prevention center programs. These programs provide hygienic spaces for individuals to consume preobtained drugs, staffed by healthcare professionals or trained personnel. They offer sterile supplies, overdose prevention education, administer first aid, and provide referrals to substance use disorder treatment and other services. The bill grants immunity from criminal, civil, or administrative penalties to participants, program staff, and property owners solely for their good faith involvement in an approved program.
Directs the New York state energy research and development authority to establish a ride clean rebate program for electric assist bicycles and electric scooters; defines terms; provides a fifty percent rebate for eligible purchases.
Relates to the Chisholm Chance Act; creates centers of pregnant and birthing persons and childcare services in Kings county and Bronx county to coordinate community-based organizations and community health workers to combat the pregnant and birthing persons health crisis.
