Relates to consideration of gender-affirming health care or gender-affirming mental health care in child custody cases for purposes of jurisdiction, forum and enforcement of custody orders.
Relates to the right of defendants in misdemeanor or felony cases to have such matter appear before a judge or justice admitted to practice law in New York; creates an automatic right to have a case reassigned to an attorney judge.
Requires the state liquor authority to provide notice to state legislative representatives upon receipt of an application for a liquor license in their district.
Provides that every person who, under color of any statute, ordinance, regulation, custom, or usage, of the United States, subjects or causes to be subjected any citizen of New York or other person within the jurisdiction thereof to the deprivation of any rights, privileges, or immunities secured by the federal or state constitution shall be liable to the injured party in an action at law, suit in equity, or other proper proceeding.
Relates to prohibiting discrimination against a person based upon weight; excepts where deviation may pose a threat to the individual, other patrons, or the general public.
Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Court of Claims Act to clarify the specific legal conditions under which individuals can file claims for unjust conviction and imprisonment. It directly affects people who have been pardoned for innocence or whose convictions were reversed or vacated due to constitutional violations or specific statutory errors. The key provision updates the list of acceptable grounds for overturning a conviction, including new references to sections of the Criminal Procedure Law and constitutional breaches. By modifying these requirements, the legislation defines exactly what evidence a claimant must present to prove their case in court.
Provides that an electronic marketplace provider shall be deemed to be a retailer for purposes of New York strict liability law and shall be strictly liable for all damages caused by defective products placed into the stream of commerce to the same extent that a retailer of that defective product would be liable.
Maddy summaryThis bill, titled the "motorcycle registration guarantee act," mandates that motorcycle dealers in New York register vehicles at the time of sale. The law requires dealers to handle the registration process for all motorcycles sold within the state, except for those purchased exclusively for use outside New York. For out-of-state purchases, dealers must provide and collect a signed declaration from the buyer confirming their understanding of registration rules and penalties. The legislation also authorizes the state commissioner to issue the necessary forms and set specific dates for when the registration and expiration periods begin.
Relates to expanding the persons responsible for reporting cases of suspected child abuse to include employees, volunteers, or agents of any corporate entity having an agreement with a municipality as a tier II facility or any other shelter providing temporary housing to persons under the age of 18.
Exempts amounts received from any financial settlement for childhood sexual abuse for determining eligibility for or amount of benefits under any program provided under the social security law.
