Relates to prevailing wage for those involved in hauling of concrete and asphalt in the counties of Nassau, Putnam, Suffolk, and Westchester, and in the city of New York.
Requires the appointment of a Title VI coordinator at every college and university in the state to ensure compliance with Title VI of the federal civil rights act of 1964; requires the division of human rights to develop training for students and employees; requires the Title VI coordinator to notify annually all students and employees of the institution's policies and procedures for reporting discrimination and harassment.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (J 1115) that formally recognizes the 100th anniversary of Blind Brook Lodge, a residential complex in Rye, New York. The resolution commemorates the lodge's history, including its founding in 1924, transition to tenant-owned co-ops in 1989, and current status as a 131-unit co-op community. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or affect any legal rights or obligations. The legislature will pause its proceedings on June 21, 2025, to honor this milestone, and a copy of the resolution will be sent to the lodge.
Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 1100) asks Governor Hochul to officially recognize September 21-27, 2025, as Frontotemporal Degeneration (FTD) Awareness Week in New York State. It does not create new laws or funding but aims to raise public awareness about FTD, a terminal brain disease affecting speech, behavior, and motor skills, often misdiagnosed in people aged 40-60. The resolution highlights FTD's impact - accounting for 10-20% of dementia cases under 60 - and its high care costs, urging greater attention to the condition. This symbolic action directly affects New Yorkers living with FTD and their families by promoting community recognition.
Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 1131) is a ceremonial tribute honoring U.S. Army Air Forces Staff Sergeant Eugene J. Darrigan, who died in World War II on March 11, 1944. It commemorates his service and recognizes his long-overdue burial in Wappingers Falls, New York, on May 24, 2025, after remains were recovered 81 years posthumously. The resolution expresses New York State's gratitude to Darrigan's family and community for his sacrifice, but it does not create new laws or affect any policies. As a symbolic gesture, it was adopted by the Senate on June 5, 2025.
Maddy summaryThis bill changes residency requirements for two specific local government positions in Harrison, New York. It allows the assistant court clerk and fire marshal in Harrison to be non-residents of the town (previously required to be town electors), while maintaining residency rules for these roles in all other New York towns. The bill also specifies that non-resident appointees must still live within Westchester County. This is a procedural change affecting only Harrison's staffing rules for these two offices, with no broader policy impact.
Relates to liability to support a child who is placed in foster care pursuant to an approved application for foster care maintenance; provides that such liability shall not be imposed if it will adversely affect the health, safety or welfare of the child on whose behalf such payments are to be made or other persons in the child's household or will adversely affect the length of the child's placement or impair the ability of the child to return home when discharged from foster care; limits the ability of a county or local social services district to cause a referral to be sent for the purpose of commencing collection of child support for a child placed in foster care.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 1098, introduced by Senator Stavisky, formally welcomes the students, teachers, and administrators of the Bronx High School of Science to the New York State Legislative Chambers in Albany on May 28, 2025. It recognizes the school's historic contributions to education, science, and civic leadership, including its global reputation, notable alumni (such as Nobel laureates and industry leaders), and innovative programs like the IDEAS Initiative. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or policies but serves as a symbolic gesture of appreciation for the school's legacy and impact on New York's educational community. The resolution will be presented to the school after adoption, with the legislature pausing its proceedings to honor the visit.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 1097 honors 50+ New York State veterans being inducted into the 2025 New York State Senate Veterans Hall of Fame. It does not create new laws or policies but formally recognizes these veterans - selected for combat service or post-military contributions - for their military service and community impact. The resolution directs the Senate to pause its proceedings to honor them and requires sending copies of the resolution to each inductee. This is a ceremonial gesture with no binding effect, solely acknowledging veterans' service.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 1083 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the New York State Senate to honor Joseph Germano on his 100th birthday. The resolution, adopted on May 28, 2025, recognizes his World War II service in the Pacific Theatre, his founding of Mamaroneck Garage (a business with 27 employees at its peak), and his long-term community involvement in Mamaroneck, New York. It directs that a copy of the resolution be sent to Mr. Germano, as part of the Senate's tradition of commemorating significant milestones for residents. This resolution has no policy impact and serves solely as a formal tribute.
