Sen. Bill Weber

Maddy summaryThis bill designates a specific stretch of State Route 202 in Haverstraw, Rockland County, as the "Hector L. Soto Memorial Highway" to honor an individual. The legislation requires the state transportation commissioner to install and maintain signs for this new name while clarifying that the change is ceremonial and will not alter the official legal name of the road or disrupt traffic. The act takes effect immediately upon passage.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates New York State's education laws to standardize the creation and funding of detailed site maps for school emergency response plans. It requires schools to produce digital and printable maps that include floor plans, aerial imagery, and specific labels for key locations like exits, hazardous materials, and security equipment, ensuring these files are compatible with law enforcement software. To support this, the legislation authorizes state funding for school districts to purchase these mapping services alongside other approved safety devices like metal detectors and security cameras. The bill also mandates that these maps be kept confidential and verified annually through walkthroughs to ensure accuracy for first responders.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new $1,000 supplemental Empire State Child Tax Credit for the 2024 tax year and future years. It directly affects taxpayers who have a newborn child that qualifies as a dependent under federal tax rules. The credit is issued by the state tax commissioner and can be applied to reduce taxes owed or refunded if the credit amount exceeds the tax liability, though no interest will be paid on any refund. To receive the payment, individuals must have filed their tax returns on time, including any approved extensions. The law is scheduled to take effect on April 1, 2025.

Authorizes municipalities to offer a real property tax exemption to certain volunteers who live in that municipality but who serve in neighboring municipalities.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the town of Ramapo to grant retroactive real property tax exemption to Congregation RSK for the 2021-2022 tax year. The legislation allows the town assessor to review the congregation's application as if it had been filed on time, provided the organization would have qualified under existing laws. If approved, the town board may grant the exemption and refund any taxes already paid, while also canceling associated fines, penalties, and interest. The measure applies specifically to the property located at 68 Highview Road in Monsey and takes effect immediately upon passage.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows the Kolel Rachmistrivka, a religious organization in Monsey, to apply for a real property tax exemption for a specific building it owns. The legislation authorizes the town assessor to review and approve this application for the 2021, 2022, and 2023 tax years, treating it as if it had been submitted on time. If approved, the town board can correct the tax records, and any taxes already paid by the organization may be refunded or canceled at the discretion of local officials. The law takes effect immediately upon signing.

Provides for medicaid reimbursement for ambulance services when treatment in place is administered and/or when transportation is provided to alternative health care settings instead of a general hospital.

Maddy summaryThis bill increases the severity of penalties for fleeing a police officer in a motor vehicle by reclassifying the offenses from misdemeanors to felonies. It also makes these specific felony charges eligible for bail, allowing defendants to be released pending trial under certain conditions. The legislation applies to individuals charged with unlawfully fleeing an officer in a vehicle, regardless of whether they are charged with other crimes at the same time. By adjusting the legal classification and bail eligibility, the bill changes how these offenses are handled within the criminal justice system.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes creating a tax credit to help offset the costs of legally adopting a child. It directly affects resident taxpayers who incur qualified adoption expenses, such as fees, court costs, and attorney fees. Under the plan, eligible individuals could claim a credit equal to fifty percent of their expenses, up to a maximum of ten thousand dollars per year. If the calculated credit exceeds the taxpayer's tax liability for that year, the remaining amount would be refunded without interest. The changes would apply to tax years beginning on or after January 1, 2025.

Provides that the East Ramapo central school district shall be eligible to receive an apportionment of funds to be used for services and expenses; directs certain reports to be submitted.