Sen. Bill Weber

Provides that no policy of group accident, group health or group accident and health shall impose copayments for physical or occupational therapy greater than the copay for similar services provided by a physician.

Directs the independent developmental disability ombudsman program to establish a service delivery structure based in New York state that includes a toll-free telephone hotline, an interactive website, and availability of in-person, telephone and email access to ombudsman program staff or volunteers; to provide assistance for navigating and completing processes; to assist individuals in filing and preparing appeals; to assist individuals with any problems encountered; and to educate individuals on their rights and responsibilities with respect to access to services provided by the office for people with developmental disabilities and care coordination provided by health homes serving individuals with developmental disabilities or services provided by other providers.

Establishes a maximum temperature in school buildings and indoor facilities; provides a definition of extreme heat condition days and the standard to measure room temperature.

Establishes a state Parkinson's disease registry; directs certain health professionals and general hospitals to report instances of Parkinson's disease and Parkinsonisms to the department of health; directs the department of health to create and manage the Parkinson's disease registry; makes related provisions.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates New York State's crime victims' rights by requiring district attorneys and courts to provide victims with a standardized informational pamphlet detailing their legal protections. The pamphlet must cover specific rights, including compensation, notification of court proceedings, protection from intimidation, the ability to submit impact statements, and access to restitution and parole information. To ensure accountability, the law mandates that district attorneys annually report their compliance with these distribution requirements to the Office of Victim Services. Ultimately, the legislation aims to improve victim awareness and access to resources throughout the criminal justice process.

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution formally commends Brandon Gruttemeyer for receiving the New York State Senate Liberty Medal, the state's highest individual honor. The measure recognizes his heroic actions on August 1, 2024, when he risked his life to rescue a drowning coworker at the Lake George Club by locating the victim underwater and administering CPR. The text details how Gruttemeyer's swift response, combined with assistance from another employee, enabled emergency teams to stabilize the victim and ultimately save his life. As a Senate resolution, this document serves as an official expression of gratitude and does not alter any laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes changes to how courts set bail for criminal defendants, specifically requiring judges to individually assess whether a person poses a current physical threat to victims, individuals, or the community. Under the new rules, judges must also evaluate the risk of flight and choose a securing order that balances the defendant's return to court with public safety, while explaining their decision in writing or on the record. The legislation directs courts to consider all available information about the defendant when making these determinations. Although the bill was reintroduced in late 2024, it was previously defeated in the Codes Committee in May 2024.

Requires the office for people with developmental disabilities to produce and publish a report to assess the staffing and other issues causing the continued displacement of individuals with developmental disabilities from various state-operated institutions under the jurisdiction of the office for people with developmental disabilities.

Requires boards of visitors provide greater transparency to the public regarding such boards' activities including when it meets and providing materials to the public.

Authorizes the town of Ramapo, in the county of Rockland, to levy a five percent hotel or motel tax upon persons occupying hotel or motel rooms in such town.