Requires that a contract between an insurer and a hospital shall include a provision that provides for medical records requested by the insurer or its utilization review agent to be made available electronically by the hospital; limits the use of disclosed records.
Maddy summaryThis bill (S 6173) clarifies when police officers may use deadly force in a homicide. It states officers may only use deadly force if they reasonably believe it is necessary to prevent imminent death or serious injury to themselves or others, or to arrest someone fleeing a felony involving death or serious injury. The bill requires officers to consider all circumstances at the time, including avoiding force if safer alternatives exist, and specifically notes that people with disabilities are more likely to experience excessive force during police interactions. It also prohibits using deadly force solely to prevent self-harm unless an imminent threat exists. The law directly affects police officers’ use of force decisions and the safety of people interacting with law enforcement.
Relates to establishing a program for financial transitional living services for foster children; establishes independent development savings accounts for foster children over the age of 16; requires foster children to attend financial literacy and independent living classes.
Relates to confidential informants; defines terms; requires the law enforcement agencies which use confidential informants to establish policies and procedures to assess the suitability of using a person as a confidential informant; makes related provisions.
Maddy summarySenate Bill S 7940 revises the procedures municipalities must follow when selling properties acquired through tax lien foreclosures. It outlines specific requirements for giving public notice of such sales, including publication and posting details. The bill mandates that any surplus money from these sales, after taxes and costs are paid, must be deposited with the court. A key provision requires a hearing process, with notice given to former property owners and other lienholders, to ensure proper distribution of these surplus funds to eligible claimants.
Maddy summaryS 867 allows individuals injured or killed by a firearm to sue sellers for negligent entrustment - meaning the seller gave the gun to someone they knew or should have known would misuse it dangerously. It specifically covers automatic or semi-automatic firearms (including handguns and assault weapons) distributed to the public, even with permits, as these are deemed to involve unreasonable risk. Victims can seek actual and punitive damages, and the law applies to all claims arising after its effective date. This bill expands liability for firearm sellers under state law, aligning with federal exemptions for negligent entrustment claims.
Requires the state to enter into an agreement with the Rand Corporation to conduct a study of the impact of the 2020 Discovery Reform legislation enacted by Part HHH of chapter 56 of the laws of 2020 has had on the handling and disposition of criminal cases; makes an appropriation therefor.
Requires the department of education to establish an education for environmental sustainability program to teach children the importance of conserving and protecting our environment.
Maddy summaryThis bill requires health insurance plans to continue covering healthcare providers (like hospitals or clinics) for 120 days after a contract ends, including payment terms. It directly affects providers who lose contracts and their patients (enrollees), ensuring uninterrupted access during the transition. Key provisions include requiring plans to notify affected enrollees within 15 days of the 120-day period starting and allowing the commissioner to shorten this period for cause. The bill does not apply if both parties mutually agree to termination with 30 days' notice to enrollees. This creates a standardized buffer to prevent sudden gaps in care for patients.
Establishes certification procedures for the profession of nurse anesthesia; provides for the issuance of a certification to practice as a certified registered nurse anesthetist upon the filing of an application, having a license as a registered professional nurse, having the appropriate educational requirements and paying the fifty dollar initial certification fee and the triennial thirty dollar registration fee.
