Sen. Cordell Cleare

Maddy summaryThis bill requires health insurance plans in the state to cover epinephrine auto-injectors, which are devices used to treat life-threatening allergic reactions. It mandates that insurers provide coverage for at least two medically necessary devices per person, ensuring that the total out-of-pocket cost for these items does not exceed $100 annually. The law applies to various types of insurance policies, including major medical plans and group policies, while also accounting for specific federal rules regarding health savings accounts. The changes are set to take effect on January 1, 2026, for all policies issued or renewed on or after that date.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows employees of the New York City Board of Education who are represented by the United Federation of Teachers to move their retirement coverage from the board's existing system to the city's Teachers' Retirement System. To make this change, an eligible employee must submit a formal application within one year of becoming qualified for the new system, after which their past service and contributions will be transferred and counted as continuous membership. The legislation applies to all employees in titles represented by the union, regardless of whether they are currently union members, and grants them all the rights and benefits of the Teachers' Retirement System upon transfer.

Maddy summaryThis bill expands the state's school violence prevention grant program to specifically fund anti-violence education initiatives. It allows schools to receive money for programs that provide trauma support, counseling, and education for students affected by gun violence, as long as these programs are run by nonprofit organizations and exclude any firearm training. To qualify, the funded programs must set clear goals, outline a timeline, and use specific methods to measure progress in reducing violence. The legislation also broadens the list of eligible safety activities to include safe corridors, diversity programs, and collaborative efforts with law enforcement or community groups.

Requires the Empire State Development Corporation, in consultation with the department of agriculture and markets and the office of new Americans to conduct a study on the economic impact of the establishment of kitchen incubators; requires a report to the governor and the legislature.

Deems a person who engages in sexual conduct during the period of their probation with his or her supervising probation officer as being incapable of consent.

Relates to requiring the New York city housing authority to contract with non-profit private entities when qualifying for certain programs; requires the New York city housing authority to contract with a non-profit private entity when converting property to Section 8 units in order to qualify for any program that allows such private entity to renovate, repair, maintain and/or operate such New York city housing authority property.

Maddy summaryThis law requires payment card networks and merchants to use specific standardized codes to identify businesses that sell firearms and ammunition in New York. Starting in May 2025, these codes must be assigned to licensed gun dealers and ammunition sellers to ensure their transactions are properly categorized. The bill establishes a penalty system where the Attorney General can issue fines of up to $10,000 per violation if a company fails to use the correct codes after receiving a warning. This change aims to improve how financial transactions involving gun sales are tracked and reported across the state.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends state laws to explicitly define "pistol converters" as devices that allow a semi-automatic pistol to fire multiple rounds rapidly with a single trigger pull. It requires firearm dealers to implement specific security measures, such as inventory controls and background checks, to prevent the sale of these devices to prohibited individuals or for theft. Additionally, the law mandates that businesses take reasonable steps to stop customers from installing or using these converters on purchased firearms. The changes take effect immediately upon signing.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates New York State's education laws to standardize the creation and funding of detailed site maps for school emergency response plans. It requires schools to produce digital and printable maps that include floor plans, aerial imagery, and specific labels for key locations like exits, hazardous materials, and security equipment, ensuring these files are compatible with law enforcement software. To support this, the legislation authorizes state funding for school districts to purchase these mapping services alongside other approved safety devices like metal detectors and security cameras. The bill also mandates that these maps be kept confidential and verified annually through walkthroughs to ensure accuracy for first responders.

Repeals the rebates for stock transfer tax paid; dedicates funds of the stock transfer tax fund and stock transfer incentive fund to various funds; establishes the safe water and infrastructure action program.