Sen. Luis Sepúlveda

Co-sponsor J 1925

Passed · New York Senate · Co-sponsor

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2026, as Lyme Disease Awareness Month in the State of New York

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution asks the Governor of New York to designate May 2026 as Lyme Disease Awareness Month. The bill does not change laws or require spending but aims to increase public awareness about the illness and its prevention. After passing the Senate, the resolution is transmitted to the Governor to finalize the official proclamation.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes public awareness of Lyme Disease, a health condition, which aids in prevention and patient care.85% confidence

Passed Apr 21, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor J 1864

Passed · New York Senate · Co-sponsor

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 2026, as Pet Cruelty Awareness Month in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of National Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month

Maddy summaryThis bill asks the Governor of New York to officially recognize April 2026 as Pet Cruelty Awareness Month. The resolution defines animal cruelty to include abuse, neglect, abandonment, and lack of proper care, and encourages residents to learn about these issues and report them to authorities. It does not create new laws or change existing regulations, but rather serves to raise public awareness about the treatment of animals in the state.

Passed Apr 21, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor J 1847

Passed · New York Senate · Co-sponsor

Commemorating the 66th Anniversary of Senegalese Independence on April 4, 2026

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution commemorates the 66th anniversary of Senegalese Independence on April 4, 2026, by formally recognizing the historical significance of the date and honoring the Senegalese-American community in New York. The bill directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to acknowledge this event and mandates that a copy of the resolution be sent to the Association of Senegalese in America. It serves as a symbolic gesture to celebrate Senegal's history and the contributions of its diaspora without altering any laws or policies.

Passed Apr 21, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 4508

In committee · New York Senate · Co-sponsor

Establishes scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal

Establishes scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal to ensure all vehicular traffic is stopped while pedestrians are crossing in the same intersection.

TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances pedestrian safety at school intersections by stopping all traffic during crossings, directly aligning with transportation safety indicators.95% confidence

In committee Apr 21, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 3563

In committee · New York Senate · Co-sponsor

Relates to permitting other qualifying members of a household to qualify for the disability rent increase exemption

Permits other qualifying members of a household to qualify the household for the disability rent increase exemption when they are not the head of household.

HousingSupports HousingExpands eligibility for disability rent exemption, strengthening tenant protections for qualifying households by allowing non-head members to qualify.85% confidence

In committee Apr 21, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 342

In committee · New York Senate · Co-sponsor

Establishes the "earned time act"

Establishes the "earned time act" providing for time allowances against the term or maximum term of sentences imposed by the court to be credited on an annual pro rata basis.

Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEarned time credits reduce sentences for good behavior, aligning with reform goals of rehabilitation and reduced recidivism.95% confidence

In committee Apr 21, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 7879

In committee · New York Senate · Co-sponsor

Establishes a duty to inform certain patients about the risks associated with cesarean section for patients undergoing planned and unplanned primary cesarean sections

Establishes a duty to inform certain patients about the risks associated with cesarean section for patients undergoing a planned or unplanned primary cesarean section.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates informed consent for C-sections, enhancing patient rights and safety in healthcare procedures95% confidence

In committee Apr 21, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 4520

In committee · New York Senate · Co-sponsor

Relates to the role of the department of corrections and community supervision in planning and facilitating the discharge or release of incarcerated individuals to the community

Relates to the role of the department of corrections and community supervision in planning and facilitating the discharge or release of incarcerated individuals to the community.

Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill focuses on improving community reentry planning for released individuals, reducing recidivism through structured discharge processes, aligning with criminal justice reform goals.95% confidence

In committee Apr 21, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 1239

Passed · New York Senate · Co-sponsor

Enacts the "food safety and chemical disclosure act"

Enacts the "food safety and chemical disclosure act"; prohibits certain food additives and food color additives; provides that in an action to enforce compliance, the recognition by the federal food and drug administration of any of these substances as safe may not be alleged as a defense; establishes requirements for the reporting of GRAS (generally recognized as safe) substances.

Passed Apr 21, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 3214

In committee · New York Senate · Co-sponsor

Prohibits the sale of foods containing synthetic color additives in schools

Prohibits the sale of foods containing synthetic color additives in schools except under certain circumstances off and away from the premises or on premises at least a half hour after the end of the school day.

In committee Apr 21, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track