Sen. Rob Rolison

Co-sponsor S 6090

In committee · New York Senate · Co-sponsor

Provides for an optional excuse from jury service for persons age 70 and over

Maddy summaryThis bill (S 6090) allows people aged 70 or older to request an automatic excuse from jury service without needing to prove medical issues, hardship, or inconvenience. It directly affects New Yorkers aged 70+ who receive jury summonses. The key provision requires applicants to submit proof of age (via mail, fax, email, or in person) to the jury commissioner, who must grant the request. The law removes the current requirement for applicants to justify their excuse, streamlining the process for this age group.

In committee Jan 7, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 3030

In committee · New York Senate · Co-sponsor

Relates to the priority of persons with responsibility to determine the disposition of human remains

Relates to the priority of persons with responsibility to determine the disposition of human remains; provides that persons designated by a member of the military shall have first priority.

In committee Jan 7, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 6210

In committee · New York Senate · Co-sponsor

Directs the department of health to establish a right to preventative maintenance of wheelchairs program

Directs the department of health to establish a right to preventative maintenance of wheelchairs program, after consultation with certain other offices, under which owners of manual and powered wheelchairs shall be entitled to reimbursement of certain preventative maintenance costs for such wheelchairs.

In committee Jan 7, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 851

In committee · New York Senate · Co-sponsor

Establishes a housing infrastructure tax credit to provide a credit of up to ten percent of costs for infrastructure projects

Establishes a housing infrastructure tax credit to provide a credit of up to ten percent of costs for infrastructure projects related to the construction of new homes or multiple dwellings commenced and completed within a specific time period.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax credit reducing liability for housing infrastructure, aligning with tax relief support indicator90% confidence HousingSupports HousingTax credit for infrastructure projects related to new home construction supports housing development and encourages new housing supply.90% confidence

In committee Jan 7, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary S 962

In committee · New York Senate · Lead sponsor

Directs the commissioner of the office of children and family services to establish a consumer directed childcare pilot program in certain counties

Directs the commissioner of the office of children and family services to establish a Consumer Directed Childcare Pilot Program for eligible families, within amounts appropriated therefor, in up to five counties with populations between 160,000 and 300,000.

In committee Jan 7, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor S 1667

died · New York Senate · Co-sponsor

Prohibits certain forensic child custody evaluators from appearing as an expert witness in family court

Prohibits forensic child custody evaluators who have been terminated for cause from appearing as an expert witness in family court custody and visitation proceedings.

died Jan 7, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 5718

In committee · New York Senate · Co-sponsor

Exempts private investigators from restrictions on possessing a weapon in sensitive and restrictive locations

Exempts private investigators from restrictions on possessing a weapon in sensitive and restrictive locations while traveling to and from and during the course of their employment and at any necessary and appropriate location during work hours; clarifies that a security guard may possess a weapon going to and from work.

In committee Jan 7, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 1925

In committee · New York Senate · Co-sponsor

Requires continuous work until completion for the design, construction, maintenance, or renovation of any transit facility, transportation facility, or equipment of the metropolitan transportation authority

Provides that in the design, construction, maintenance, or renovation of any transit facility, transportation facility, or equipment of the metropolitan transportation authority, work shall take place over a continuous period of time until such point at which the project has been completed.

TransportationSupports TransportationMandates continuous project completion for transportation infrastructure, ensuring timely delivery and efficiency without interruptions.90% confidence

In committee Jan 7, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 4501

In committee · New York Senate · Co-sponsor

Relates to the definition of practice of pharmacy

Provides for the initiation of treatment for COVID-19, influenza, and pharyngitis resulting from a Group A streptococcal infection by a licensed pharmacist in certain circumstances.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands pharmacist authority to initiate treatment for common illnesses, increasing patient access to care without physician referral.85% confidence

In committee Jan 7, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 5125

In committee · New York Senate · Co-sponsor

Relates to assistance for certain small businesses

Relates to assistance for certain small businesses including dry cleaners and those that practice nail specialty for necessary code related improvements.

In committee Jan 7, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track