Sen. Gustavo Rivera

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally congratulates Daniel Casper of Briarcliff, New York, for representing the United States as the skip of the Men's Curling Team at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina. The measure highlights Casper's athletic achievements, including his recent victory at the U.S. Olympic Trials and his history of competing in national and international championships. It also acknowledges his perseverance in the sport despite being diagnosed with Guillain-Barre Syndrome. The bill is a ceremonial gesture that does not alter any laws or policies but serves to publicly honor Casper's accomplishments.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution formally recognizes the New York Chapter of the National Domestic Workers Alliance for its advocacy work and historical contributions to improving conditions for domestic workers. The bill highlights the organization's efforts in securing legal protections, such as paid sick leave and family leave, and recovering stolen wages for employees in the field. By adopting this resolution, the legislative body intends to publicly honor the group's achievements and the legacy of its founder, Dorothy Bolden, without enacting any new laws or funding.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 2298 is a commemorative bill honoring Minerva Solla, a labor activist and social justice advocate who passed away in April 2026. The resolution formally recognizes her lifelong contributions to workers' rights, including her role in organizing strikes, founding Latino labor committees, and helping pass legislation like Paid Family Leave. It directs the legislature to pause proceedings to mourn her death and sends a copy of the resolution to her family. The bill does not create new laws or policies but serves as an official acknowledgment of her legacy.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks the Governor of New York to officially recognize May 2026 as "STOP THE BLEED Month" to raise awareness about preventing death from uncontrolled bleeding. The resolution highlights that bleeding is a leading cause of preventable death and encourages citizens to learn life-saving techniques to help victims before professional emergency responders arrive. By designating this month, the bill aims to promote the availability of trauma kits and training programs that teach the public how to use tourniquets and other tools effectively. The measure does not create new laws or funding but serves as a formal declaration to support an existing public health initiative.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally honors individuals who received the 2026 LeadingAge New York Long Term Care Employee of Distinction Awards. It specifically recognizes staff members from various not-for-profit and public long-term care facilities across New York State, including nurses, aides, and social workers. The resolution directs the legislature to pause its proceedings to acknowledge these employees and mandates that copies of the document be sent to each recipient. This action serves as a ceremonial tribute rather than establishing new laws or funding.

Requires that any law enforcement agency in the state that encrypts any portion of its radio communications shall ensure that all of its radio communications, with the exception of sensitive information, may be monitored in real time by professional journalists, newscasters, and individuals employed by emergency services organizations.

Authorizes the commissioner of health to establish nursing facility transition and diversion Medicaid waiting lists per designated waiver region, once the federally approved capacity for the waiver is reached.

Establishes a twenty-four hour, toll-free hotline and website for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning plus (LGBTQ+) individuals who are experiencing emotional distress, suicidal ideation, or crisis-related challenges, which shall provide immediate support, referrals, resource lists, and other information.

Provides parity to durable medical equipment providers by requiring Medicaid managed care organizations to reimburse such providers at no less than one hundred percent of the medical assistance durable medical equipment fee schedule for the same service or item.

Maddy summaryS 8841 adds mandatory electronic personal income tax filings as a new method for New Yorkers to register for the Donate Life Registry, which facilitates organ, eye, and tissue donation. It requires tax forms subject to electronic filing to include a clear, conspicuous question asking: "Would you like to be added to the Donate Life Registry? Check box for 'yes' or 'skip this question'." This change directly affects all New York residents who file taxes electronically, making organ donation registration part of routine tax processing. The bill updates existing public health law provisions to include tax filings alongside other registration methods like driver's licenses and health insurance applications.