Sen. Nathalia Fernández

Requires all insurance policies and health maintenance organization contracts to provide coverage for maternity patients and their newborns for hospital stays of at least 48 hours following childbirth by natural delivery and 96 hours following childbirth by caesarean section; provides such coverage for patients who are recipients of medicaid.

Enacts the accelerate solar for affordable power (ASAP) act to set a new target for distributed solar energy capacity and direct the public service commission to advance reforms to the utility interconnection process to ensure timely and cost-effective integration of new distributed energy resources.

Enacts the "beauty justice act"; provides for the regulation of ingredients in personal care products and cosmetics; prohibits the sale of personal care products and cosmetic products containing certain restricted products.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires public water systems serving specific residential areas (like those with 15+ year-round residents or 25+ regular users) to identify lead service lines. It directly affects these water systems and property owners/tenants in those areas. Key provisions include: water systems must inspect properties for lead lines after obtaining consent, with non-owner occupants allowed to consent if owners don't respond within 30 days; inspections must occur within 60 days of consent. The bill focuses solely on identifying lead pipes - not replacing them - and clarifies that non-owner occupants aren't liable for consenting to inspections.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life and legacy of Dorothy E. Reid, a civil rights activist who was a plaintiff in the landmark Brown v. Board of Education case. The bill commemorates the 72nd anniversary of the Supreme Court's decision against school segregation and recognizes Reid's contributions as a young plaintiff and her subsequent 28-year career in New York public service. By adopting this resolution, the legislative body formally pauses its proceedings to acknowledge her achievements and transmits a copy of the document to her family.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 1896 formally acknowledges the death of Eliot Engel, a former New York State Assemblyman and U.S. Congressman who passed away on April 10, 2026. The resolution honors his 44 years of public service, highlighting his roles as a human rights advocate, committee chair, and long-time representative of the Bronx and surrounding areas. It concludes by directing that a copy of the resolution be sent to Engel's family as a tribute to his life and legacy.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that officially recognizes May 2026 as Apraxia Awareness Month in New York State. It aims to increase public understanding of Childhood Apraxia of Speech, a neurological disorder that affects a child's ability to coordinate speech movements despite having normal language comprehension. The resolution encourages schools, workplaces, and communities to hold events and wear blue during the month to support affected children, their families, and healthcare professionals. The text is symbolic and does not create new laws, funding, or mandatory requirements.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 1917 asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially declare May 10, 2026, as Golf Day in New York State. This symbolic designation honors the sport's significant role in the state's economy, environment, and community life, citing its contribution to jobs, tourism, and charitable fundraising. The resolution does not create new laws or change any existing regulations but serves as a formal recognition of the golf industry's value to New York.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks the Governor of New York to officially declare June 2026 as Dairy Month. It highlights the state's dairy industry, noting that New York has over 2,800 farms and produces significant amounts of milk, yogurt, and cottage cheese. The resolution aims to recognize the economic and nutritional contributions of dairy farmers and their products to the state. Once adopted, the text will be sent to the Governor for her proclamation.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors William Barnabas McHenry, a distinguished attorney and philanthropist who passed away in June 2025 at age 95. The bill formally acknowledges his decades of service to the Hudson Valley, including his leadership roles with organizations like Boscobel House and Gardens, the Hudson River Valley Greenway, and the Open Space Institute. It also notes his contributions to restoring landmarks such as the Tower of Victory and supporting numerous cultural institutions. The resolution pauses legislative proceedings to salute his life and directs that a copy be sent to his family.