Sen. Shelley Mayer

Requires the administration of certain vaccines for children in accordance with regulations issued by the commissioner, utilizing generally accepted medical standards and based on recommendations of the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, the American College of Physicians, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, or other similar nationally or internationally recognized scientific organizations.

Enacts the climate resilient New York act; establishes the office of resilience and a resilience task force to assess and identify climate related threats and develop a statewide resilience plan.

Maddy summaryS 415 establishes minimum cash wage requirements for "miscellaneous industry workers" in New York, including car wash attendants, nail salon staff, dog groomers, tour guides, and valet attendants. It mandates that employers pay these workers a specific hourly cash wage before tips, with rates varying by location: $12.77 in NYC starting 2026, $11.50 in other areas, and phased increases through 2029. The bill also includes a "one fair wage reimbursement credit" to help employers offset costs. The law modifies existing wage orders to ensure total pay (cash wage + tips) meets the state minimum wage, applying only to workers covered under specific state regulations for non-food service industries.

Maddy summaryBill S 6221 establishes additional state building aid for school districts to help cover specific infrastructure costs associated with transitioning to zero-emission school buses. This aid applies to "incremental zero-emission school bus storage costs," such as facility modifications for wider doors, specialized lifts, and charge management systems. It also covers "incremental customer-owned make-ready costs" for infrastructure needed to install electric vehicle chargers. This financial support is available for approved expenditures through the 2034-2035 school year, provided they are not reimbursed by other state, federal, or electric utility funding sources.

Maddy summaryS 487 designates August 31st of each year as "Overdose Awareness Day" in New York State. The bill amends the executive law to add this date to a list of established commemorative days, such as Juneteenth and Holocaust Remembrance Day. This is a symbolic designation with no new funding, policies, or direct impact on specific groups - it simply recognizes the day for public awareness purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution commending the Larchmont Mamaroneck Lions Club for its 100th anniversary. It recognizes the club's community service history, including support for the blind, youth programs, scholarships, and local projects like donating eyeglasses and funding community infrastructure. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it simply offers symbolic recognition through a formal statement from the legislature. The bill was adopted on February 25, 2026, and will be presented to the Lions Club as a formal honor.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a procedural resolution to fill two vacancies on the University of the State of New York's Board of Regents. It formally re-elects Patrick A. Mannion (from Onondaga County, fifth Judicial District) and appoints Dr. Janice W. Shorenstein (At Large) to five-year terms beginning April 1, 2026. The resolution follows the expiration of two existing Regents' terms and complies with Education Law section 202. As a naming resolution, it directly affects the University's governance structure by designating specific individuals to serve on its board.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 1580) symbolically commemorates the 100th anniversary of White Plains City Hall (completed 1926) and honors its historical, architectural, and civic significance. It recognizes the building's role as a memorial to White Plains residents who died in all U.S. wars since the Revolution, its Colonial Revival architecture, and its continuous function as the city's municipal government center. The resolution formally acknowledges these aspects through a symbolic legislative acknowledgment, with a copy to be presented to the City Hall. It does not create new laws or affect any policies.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 1603) memorializes Governor Hochul to officially designate April 2026 as "Workplace Violence Prevention Month" in New York State. It does not create new laws but requests the Governor issue a proclamation to raise public awareness about preventing workplace violence, particularly highlighting healthcare workers' elevated risk (five times higher than other industries). The resolution references April as the nationally recognized Workplace Violence Prevention Awareness Month and directs copies to the Governor and medical associations. It is a ceremonial measure focused on awareness, not policy change.

Maddy summaryThis resolution requests Governor Hochul to designate April 6, 2026, as Tartan Day in New York State, recognizing Scottish heritage and contributions. It does not create new laws or affect specific groups, but formally asks the Governor to acknowledge Scottish-American cultural ties through a ceremonial proclamation. The resolution highlights historical connections between Scotland and New York, including Scottish roots of many early American leaders and cultural traditions like tartan. As a non-binding memorial resolution, it has no direct policy impact beyond the symbolic recognition.