Enacts the "Technical Sergeant Joseph G. Lemm tuition benefit act" to allow members of the New York state organized militia to receive tuition benefits for certain post-secondary degree programs.
Requires public notice and comment for any contract for goods, services or construction to be awarded by other than competitive sealed bidding or competitive sealed bids from prequalified vendors in excess of a threshold established by the procurement policy board by rule; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon the expiration thereof.
Requires at least one electric level three fast charging station available to the public for every five thousand New York state residents on a county level by December 31, 2026; provides for the siting of such charging stations; requires construction and development of such stations to comply with article 8 of the labor law including payment of the prevailing wage.
Relates to the definition of "direct relationship" for the purposes of article 23-A of the correction law regarding licensures and employment of persons previously convicted of one or more criminal offenses.
Requires pre-trip safety briefings by drivers of stretch limousines; directs the commissioner of DMV to establish content for safety briefings to be made to passengers and requires drivers to demonstrate proficiency in providing briefings.
Relates to additional equipment requirements for stretch limousines; requires that stretch limousines are equipped with the necessary quantity of window break tools and operational fire extinguishers.
Provides immunity from prosecution for certain individuals engaged in prostitution who are victims of or witnesses to a crime and who report such crime or assist in the investigation or prosecution.
Maddy summaryThis bill requires merchants to stop trying to collect money or recover goods from individuals who have been found not guilty of shoplifting. It directly affects adults, emancipated minors, and the parents or guardians of minors involved in such cases. Under the new rule, any civil liability or collection attempts must cease immediately once a court declares the person innocent. The change applies to all proceedings brought under the relevant section of the General Obligations Law regarding mercantile establishments.
Maddy summaryThis bill amends state law to officially classify sheriffs, under-sheriffs, and deputy sheriffs in New York City as police officers. The change updates specific sections of the Criminal Procedure Law to remove language that previously distinguished these officials from police based on their location. By making this designation, the legislation aligns the legal terminology for New York City law enforcement with that used for other counties in the state. The act takes effect immediately upon approval, ensuring the new classification is recognized without delay.
Relates to standards for the erection of tents or membrane structures; requires standards permitting restaurants and establishments licensed to sell alcoholic beverages at retail for consumption on the premises to erect such structures for more than 180 days provided the local municipality permits such use.
