Sen. Rob Rolison

Maddy summaryThis is a Senate Resolution (J 1395) commemorating the 56th anniversary of Earth Day on April 22, 2026. It symbolically recognizes Earth Day's history and environmental significance without creating new laws or obligations. The resolution urges the New York State Legislature to pause its work on that date and encourages residents, businesses, and institutions to engage in environmental stewardship activities. It has no binding effect on policy or funding.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic Senate Resolution (J 1300) that formally congratulates the York Middle/High School Girls Varsity Volleyball Team for winning the NYSPHSAA Class D State Championship in November 2025. The resolution recognizes their 19-1 season record, championship victory over Candor Senior High School, and the team's coaches and school officials. It does not create any new laws or policies - it simply serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of their athletic achievement. The resolution will be delivered to the team members, coaches, and school leadership as a formal commendation.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) adopted by the New York State Senate to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. It formally commemorates the 41st annual observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in New York on January 19, 2026, recognizing his life, legacy, and contributions to the civil rights movement. The resolution urges the legislature to pause its work to pay tribute to Dr. King's vision of justice, equality, and nonviolence. It directs the resolution to be shared with the Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic and Asian Legislative Caucus.

Maddy summaryS 2720 creates a $1,500 state wage tax credit for New York employers who hire eligible workers: New York National Guard members, reservists, volunteer firefighters, or EMS personnel. To qualify, employees must have been employed by the business for at least six months. The credit directly reduces the employer's state tax liability for each qualifying employee, with unused portions allowed to carry forward to future tax years. This bill applies to taxable years beginning January 1, 2027, and affects businesses employing these public service workers.

Requires electric utility corporations, energy services companies and municipalities to provide an itemized breakdown on all monthly bills detailing infrastructure costs, contributions to the New York Power Authority, and other public utility investments.

Enacts the "cellular mapping act"; requires the public service commission to review cellular services within the state; requires the expansion of cellular services.

Limits the circumstances under which the case of an adolescent offender may be removed to family court; limits the jurisdiction of family court with respect to certain repeat adolescent offenders.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (J 1315) formally congratulating the Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake High School Boys Cross Country Team and Head Coach Chip Button for winning the 2025 New York State Class B Championship. It recognizes their athletic achievement, 25th Section 2 Championship, 13th state title, and academic success (95.6% team GPA), alongside their community support and coaching. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply provides official recognition through a formal statement sent to the team, coach, and school officials. As a procedural resolution, it does not affect laws or regulations.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (not a bill), not a law with policy changes. It formally congratulates the Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake High School Field Hockey Team and Head Coach Kelly Vrooman for winning the 2025 Class B NYSPHSAA Field Hockey Championship. The resolution recognizes their 21-1-1 season record, second consecutive state title, and academic achievements (95.2 GPA collectively). It has no legal effect or impact on any policies, programs, or individuals beyond the ceremonial acknowledgment.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (J 1317), not a substantive bill. It formally congratulates the Stillwater Girls Varsity Soccer Team and Head Coach Christine Ihnatolya for winning the New York State Public High School Athletic Association Class C State Championship on November 16, 2025. The resolution specifically recognizes the team's 22-1 record, four sectional titles, and 92.6 average GPA, naming all players and coaches. It has no policy impact or financial effect - it is purely symbolic recognition directed to the team, school officials, and staff.