Enacts the "beauty justice act"; provides for the regulation of ingredients in personal care products and cosmetics; prohibits the sale of personal care products and cosmetic products containing certain restricted products.
Authorizes the commissioner of finance of the city of New York to establish a property tax amnesty program; provides that such program shall last for 4 months and shall forgive up to $1000 of interest on a delinquent tax bill if 100 percent of the principal bill is paid.
Enacts the "New York city teleworking expansion act"; provides that each agency shall establish a policy and program to allow employees to perform all or a portion of their duties through teleworking to the maximum extent possible without diminished employee performance; defines the term "telework" to mean to perform normal and regular work functions on a workday that ordinarily would be performed at the agency's principal location at a different location, thereby eliminating or substantially reducing the physical commute to and from such agency's principal location.
Maddy summaryThis bill updates New York State's social services law to place stricter limits on when the government can demand repayment from people who received too much assistance. It directly affects individuals who have been overpaid benefits and the state agencies responsible for collecting those funds. Key provisions include prohibiting recovery actions when the error was caused by the agency itself, setting a two-year time limit to start recovery cases, and capping interest rates on recovered debts. The legislation also introduces protections for minors, people in supplemental needs trusts, and those facing financial hardship, while requiring officials to provide detailed documentation before pursuing any claims.
Provides for the designation by a general hospital of persons to identify infectious disease processes, conduct surveillance and epidemiologic investigations, and develop plans to prevent and control the transmission of infectious agents within general hospitals.
Permits assessment of certain fees and costs upon wrongful denial of access to records under the freedom of information law when either the person has substantially prevailed, or if the agency failed to respond within the statutory time.
Expands protections regarding violations of safety conditions in adult care facilities; provides penalties for safety violations and operating without a valid license; prohibits reductions in fines in certain circumstances where a patient is endangered or harmed.
Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits employers, employment agencies, and labor organizations from discriminating against individuals because they are caregivers for family members with disabilities or older adults. It expands legal protections to include a broad definition of "caregiver" covering those who provide daily care or supervision for children under 18 or covered family members aged 65 and older, regardless of whether the care recipient lives in the caregiver's home. The legislation also clarifies that "reasonable accommodation" for caregivers includes flexible schedules, remote work options, and time off for appointments, provided these changes do not cause an undue hardship to the business. By adding "status as a caregiver" to the list of protected characteristics, the bill ensures that people cannot be fired, denied hiring, or treated unfairly in employment settings due to their caregiving responsibilities.
Maddy summaryThis bill ensures that young people leaving court-ordered foster care placements are automatically considered eligible for Medicaid immediately upon release. It establishes a sixty-day window during which these youth receive coverage while their permanent eligibility status is being determined or if no application is filed. Services provided during this period are treated as official medical assistance, guaranteeing payment to healthcare providers without requiring prior approval. The law applies specifically to minors transitioning out of placements mandated by the Family Court Act.
Establishes a fetal and infant mortality review board to study fetal and infant mortality and morbidity and make recommendations on policies, best practices, and strategies to reduce fetal and infant mortality and morbidity within New York city.
