Sen. Shelley Mayer

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic Senate resolution (J 1656) commending the Lower Hudson Valley Diamond Foundation and the New Rochelle/White Plains Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity for hosting their Annual Scholarship Fundraiser Gala on March 21, 2026. It recognizes their work providing scholarships, mentorship, and community programs supporting students in the Lower Hudson Valley. The resolution serves only as a formal expression of appreciation with no legal effect or policy changes. It does not directly affect any laws, funding, or individuals beyond the named organizations.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial memorial resolution (not a policy bill), formally expressing the legislature's condolences for the death of GianRaul Yiango Moreno Olivo, a 13-year-old White Plains, NY resident who died on January 25, 2026. The resolution honors his life, family connections, and community involvement (including his school and lacrosse team), and directs the legislature to pause its proceedings to mourn his passing. It includes no policy changes or affected parties beyond the symbolic gesture of sending condolences to his family. The resolution was adopted on March 5, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 1664) honors Jonathan A. Dandes, president of Rich Baseball Operations and a Buffalo Baseball Hall of Fame inductee, who died on February 22, 2026. It memorializes his 40+ years of service to the Buffalo Bisons, Sahlen Field, and Western New York community through roles including executive vice president of Rich Entertainment Group and director of the National Kidney Foundation. The resolution directs the legislature to "pause in its deliberations to mourn" his passing and transmit a copy to his family. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create policy changes or affect any legislation.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (not a bill) requesting Governor Hochul to designate March 2, 2026, as "Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Day" in New York State. It directs the Governor to recognize SEL - a process where individuals develop skills like self-awareness, empathy, and responsible decision-making - as part of a broader observance of International SEL Day. The resolution cites research showing SEL programs improve academic performance by 11% and yield an $11 return for every dollar invested, though it does not create new laws or funding. The resolution was adopted by the Senate and will be sent to the Governor for consideration, aiming to raise public awareness of SEL's importance in schools and communities.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (not a policy bill) honoring the 150th anniversary of the Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library. It recognizes the library's founding in 1876, key historical milestones (including the 1925 building dedication and 2012 renovation), and its community service. The resolution formally celebrates the library's history and commits to sending a copy of the resolution to the library. It has no policy impact or direct effect on residents or regulations.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a law), formally recognizing Holi as an ancient Hindu Spring Festival. It acknowledges Holi's cultural significance - celebrating fertility, love, the triumph of good over evil, and the arrival of spring - without creating any new policies or affecting anyone's rights or obligations. The resolution simply directs the legislature to pause its proceedings to observe the festival, with no binding requirements for citizens or government action. It was adopted by the legislature on March 5, 2026, as a symbolic gesture honoring cultural diversity.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 1680) designates March 10, 2026, as "Bronx Day" to honor the borough's history and cultural significance. It directs the New York State Legislature to pause its proceedings on that date to recognize the Bronx's contributions, including its role as the birthplace of hip-hop, historical sites, and diverse communities. The resolution will be transmitted to the Bronx Borough President and Bronx Chamber of Commerce. As a commemorative measure, it has no binding policy impact or direct effect on residents or programs.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (J 1681) congratulating the Potsdam Central High School Girls Hockey Team for winning the 2026 NYSPHSAA Girls Hockey Championship. It formally recognizes the team's 17-3-2 season record, their 3-2 championship victory over Adirondack United, and their status as the school's first girls hockey champions in over a decade. The resolution specifically names all 25 players and coaches (including Head Coach Joe Stark and Assistant Coaches Lindsay LaSala and Olivia Scott) and directs that engrossed copies be sent to them. As a symbolic gesture with no policy impact, it does not create new laws or affect any regulations.

Maddy summaryS 4547 establishes a dedicated "diversion part" in every county court to handle judicial diversion cases for eligible defendants. It directly affects individuals charged with specific class B, C, D, or E felonies (excluding certain serious offenses like class A felonies) who have a qualifying mental health or substance use diagnosis. The bill requires a clinical evaluation by licensed professionals to determine if diversion is appropriate, including recommendations for evidence-based treatment (like counseling or medication) instead of incarceration. It repeals outdated provisions about alcohol/substance use evaluations and clarifies eligibility criteria for this program.

Establishes a tax on video streaming services; provides that the revenue from the tax is to be used to ensure that every resident in the state has access to modern communications networks; establishes the media arts technology and education fund.