Codifies the disparate impact standard in the human rights law; provides that in cases of alleged housing discrimination, an unlawful discriminatory practice may be established by a practice's discriminatory effect.
Amends provisions relating to removing the exemption for school psychologists to render early intervention services, in relation to the effectiveness thereof.
Maddy summaryThis bill allows the city of White Plains, Westchester County, to lease advertising space on sports field fences at Gedney Field to non-profit organizations. It permits the city to charge a nominal annual fee for these leases, with all revenue required to fund the maintenance of Gedney Field. The bill specifically overrides any conflicting local or state laws to enable this leasing arrangement. It directly affects White Plains' management of Gedney Field and the non-profits that may operate the advertising program. (3 sentences)
Maddy summaryThis bill updates the charter of the Pound Ridge Volunteer Firefighters' Benevolent Association, correcting its name from "Firemen's" to "Firefighters'" and clarifying membership rules. It specifies that only active volunteer firefighters who qualify as "exempt volunteers" under state law (per General Municipal Law §200) may join, and membership ends if they leave the fire department. The bill also updates how the association collects fire insurance premium taxes for the local fire department, requiring these funds to support member welfare and safety programs as outlined in the charter. These changes apply to taxes due on premiums paid after January 1, 2026.
Relates to eligibility for classification as permanent total disability; includes inability to perform the full range of sedentary work or approval for federal social security disability benefits as a result of a compensable accident or occupational disease as constituting permanent total disability.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) congratulating Shawn MacKinnon on retiring after 30 years of service as a Senate staffer. It recognizes his roles including Secretary to the Senate Finance Committee, expertise in school funding, and mentorship, but contains no policy changes or mechanisms. The resolution formally acknowledges his contributions and will be sent to him as a copy. It directly affects MacKinnon as the honoree, with no impact on legislation or constituents.
Prohibits the use of drilling fluids, brine and flowback water from gas or oil wells, pools, or fields on any highway for any purpose including but not limited to de-icing or dust suppression.
Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic Senate resolution (J 1194) commemorating Roosevelt High School's 100th anniversary in Yonkers, New York. It formally recognizes the school's history and its Early College Studies program, which allows high school students to earn college credits. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it simply expresses legislative appreciation and will be presented to the school. It directly affects Roosevelt High School by honoring its educational contributions.
Authorizes the village of Port Chester to offer an optional twenty-year retirement plan to Michael Sprague, a police officer employed by such village since January 7, 2013.
Maddy summaryThis bill extends an existing law that allows local governments and school districts to dispose of surplus computer equipment under specific conditions. It changes the expiration date of this provision from July 1, 2025, to July 1, 2028, meaning the current disposal rules will remain in effect for three more years. The key mechanism is simply renewing the sunset date for this administrative rule, not creating new requirements. This affects all political subdivisions (cities, towns, counties, school districts) that manage surplus computer equipment.
