Enacts the "private well testing act"; authorizes the department of health to promulgate rules and regulations to establish standards for the testing of drinking water from privately owned wells.
Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 247) requests Governor Hochul to issue a proclamation designating January 2025 as Cervical Cancer Awareness Month in New York State. It does not create new laws or allocate funds but formally asks the Governor to recognize the month, aligning with national observance. The resolution highlights cervical cancer statistics in New York (840 new cases and 180 deaths in 2024) and emphasizes the need for public awareness of prevention and screening. As a memorial resolution, it is procedural and symbolic, directly affecting the Governor’s role in issuing the proclamation.
Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (not a bill) requesting Governor Hochul to designate March 29, 2025, as Vietnam Veterans Day in New York State. It directly affects New York residents by encouraging the state to formally recognize Vietnam War veterans through a gubernatorial proclamation. The resolution asks the Governor to issue the proclamation in coordination with National Vietnam Veterans Day, urging communities to hold ceremonies honoring veterans' service and contributions. It emphasizes supporting veterans' reintegration into civilian life and acknowledging their sacrifices, including the 58,000 U.S. service members who died during the war. The resolution was adopted by the Senate on January 22, 2025.
Maddy summaryThis bill requires New York public schools to provide plant-based meal options at no extra cost when requested by a student or their parent/guardian. Plant-based options must be USDA-recognized meat alternatives (free of animal products like meat, dairy, or eggs) and must be clearly listed in all school food service materials. Schools may also offer these options to all students, not just those who request them, and must consult with nutrition committees during implementation.
Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 232) honors Carlos Enrique Mendoza, the New York Mets' manager, for becoming the first rookie manager in team history to lead the team to the postseason during the 2024 season. It recognizes his achievement after the Mets clinched playoff eligibility in September 2024 and advanced to the National League Championship Series. The resolution is purely ceremonial, with no policy changes or direct effects on individuals or laws; it simply directs the Legislative Body to formally recognize Mendoza's accomplishment. A copy of the adopted resolution will be sent to Mendoza.
Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 234) requests Governor Hochul to officially designate April 14, 2025, as "Bangla New Year Day" (Pohela Baisakh) in New York State. It directly affects New York's Bengali community, which has a large population in New York City (including over 10,000 annual immigrants) and significant cultural contributions. The resolution commemorates the secular holiday's origins in the Indian subcontinent and acknowledges the community's historical presence and cultural enrichment of New York through arts, education, and literature. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or policies but formally recognizes the holiday.
Includes filing certain building permit applications containing false statements regarding tenant occupancy in the offense of offering a false instrument for filing in the first degree.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (not a bill) requesting Governor Hochul to issue a proclamation designating January 27, 2025, as Holocaust Remembrance Day in New York State. It does not create new laws or directly affect any individuals or groups; it simply asks the Governor to formally recognize the date. The resolution cites historical context about the Holocaust and the UN-designated International Holocaust Remembrance Day (observed on January 27) but contains no policy changes. It was adopted by the Senate on January 22, 2025.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (J 235) commemorating the 181st anniversary of the Dominican Republic's independence, to be observed on February 27, 2025. It recognizes the historical significance of Dominican independence (achieved February 27, 1844) and acknowledges the cultural and economic contributions of over one million Dominican New Yorkers and Dominican Americans across the U.S. The resolution has no legal effect; it formally marks the occasion through a pause in legislative business and transmits copies to Dominican organizations in New York State. It directly honors the Dominican community and their heritage within New York.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (J 233) honoring professional baseball player Francisco Lindor for winning his fourth Silver Slugger Award. The resolution formally recognizes his achievement as a Major League Baseball shortstop with the New York Mets, highlighting his career milestones including being a Puerto Rican player and joining the 30-30 club. It does not create any new laws, policies, or financial obligations - it is purely a symbolic gesture of recognition. The resolution was adopted by the legislature and will be sent to Lindor as a formal tribute.
