Sen. Cordell Cleare

Maddy summaryThis bill updates the rules for issuing certificates of relief from disabilities, which are legal documents that remove certain barriers for people with criminal records. It requires both courts and the Department of Corrections to verify three specific conditions before granting these certificates: the applicant must be an eligible offender, the relief must support the person's rehabilitation, and the decision must serve the public interest. By clarifying these requirements, the legislation aims to standardize how these certificates are evaluated and issued. The changes will take effect 90 days after the bill becomes law.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends state law to allow the Council on the Arts to officially designate East Harlem, also known as El Barrio, as a cultural district. The legislation defines the district's boundaries using specific streets and the East River and authorizes the council to provide grants, technical assistance, or other support to institutions within this area to promote its cultural significance. While the primary focus is on East Harlem, the law also permits the council to designate other similar regions in the future if they meet specific criteria regarding cultural heritage and geography. The changes take effect immediately upon passage.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits the sale of infant walkers in New York State and restricts their use in child care facilities to cases where a medical professional deems them medically necessary. It applies to manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and secondhand dealers, banning them from selling or offering these wheeled units for retail purposes. The law also requires the Office of Children and Family Services to notify child care providers of the new rules and establish regulations to enforce the ban in licensed facilities. Violations of the sales prohibition can result in civil penalties of up to $500 per sale and allow the Attorney General to seek court injunctions without needing to prove actual injury.

Prohibits the sale of certain products that contain regulated perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances; requires manufacturers of products containing PFAS to provide notice of such fact to persons that offer the products for sale or distribution; provides penalties for violations.

Prevents the displacement of call center workers who provide call center services for the government in certain circumstances; provides protections for call center workers when contracts with call center contractors are terminated; requires new call center contractors to hire existing call center workers; protects collective bargaining agreements.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Social Services Law to allow Medicaid to cover remote ultrasound scans and remote fetal non-stress tests for pregnant individuals. It requires that these services be recommended by a doctor or other authorized health professional and provided by qualified practitioners. The law includes a condition that the coverage will only become active if the federal government agrees to share the financial cost. Additionally, the bill clarifies that these changes do not alter existing rules about who can be licensed or certified to perform medical procedures.

Includes implants, replacement dental prosthetic appliances, crowns and root canals as medically necessary dental care and services for coverage under the Medicaid program if a qualified dentist authorizes the procedures.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates New York State laws to require restaurants and food service establishments to display specific notices regarding food allergies and intolerances for both staff and customers. The legislation mandates that the state health department provide these notices in English and the twelve most common non-English languages, which businesses must post in areas accessible to employees and include on all physical and online menus. Key provisions instruct staff on how to handle customer disclosures, prevent cross-contact, and respond to allergic reactions, while also requiring clear language on menus asking customers to notify staff of any dietary restrictions. Establishments that fail to comply with these new posting and menu requirements face civil penalties of up to $125 for each violation.

Provides that individuals may receive breast cancer screenings under an insurance plan when such individual has a second degree relative with a prior history of breast cancer.

Requires that plaintiffs no longer have to prove that a sexual offense occurred on the premises of, chattels or property belonging to a corporate entity in action for negligent supervision.