Prohibits the keeping of inventory, storage, warehouse, processing, packaging, shipping or distributing of flavored vapor products near where vapor or tobacco products are sold at retail or wholesale.
Enacts the "fair authorized investment returns act"; sets a default authorized return on equity equal to the ten year US Treasury rate plus two hundred basis points; provides such default authorized return shall reset annually; establishes a competitive equity auction through which the cost of equity for a covered utility may be determined on a market basis, whether initiated by the utility or ordered by the commission.
Maddy summaryThis bill establishes specific criteria for courts to determine if someone living in a hotel or rooming house is a "transient occupant" rather than a tenant. To make this determination, judges will evaluate the totality of circumstances, such as whether the person has a primary residence elsewhere, maintains official records like voter registration, or is there for temporary lodging. The legislation also clarifies that a "tenant" does not include a squatter, who is defined as someone entering property without permission. By defining these categories, the bill aims to clarify when a landlord-tenant relationship exists and when special legal proceedings are required for eviction.
Prohibits the department of corrections and community supervision from using artificial intelligence in evaluating the risk and needs principles used to measure rehabilitation of a person, in determining which incarcerated individuals may be released on parole or the level of supervision for individuals on parole; prohibits the department from using artificial intelligence when developing transitional accountability plans.
Authorizes shelters for victims of domestic violence to be reimbursed for any payment differential for housing a single individual in a room intended for double occupancy where a single occupancy room is not available.
Requires a motion picture theater that offers more than ten motion picture showings per week to provide scheduled showings of motion pictures with open motion picture captioning such that at least one quarter of all showings of a motion picture with four or more showings during a one-week time period shall have open motion picture captioning; provides exceptions and penalties for violations.
Exempts school district providers of special services or programs for preschool students with disabilities from having to obtain program approval from the commissioner of education.
Requires proof of installation, maintenance and regular use of ignition interlock devices when use of such a device is ordered by a court; extends the period of suspension and revocation of a license until such proof is provided.
Establishes the office of special investigation for work-related fatalities; provides direction for coroners and medical examiners when dealing with such fatalities.
Maddy summaryThis bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially declare October 9, 2026, as Sneakers Day in New York State. The resolution highlights the history and cultural significance of sneakers, noting their origins in the United States and their role in sports, wellness, and popular culture. It does not create new laws or change any regulations, but rather serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the footwear's impact. The text of the bill is a formal request to the governor to issue a proclamation recognizing the date.
