Sen. Rob Rolison

Provides for expanded non-medical in-home services, non-institutional respite services, case management services, and ancillary services without a prescription or physician's order; repeals certain cost sharing requirements for such services.

Provides for certain death benefits to correction officers, correction officer-sergeants, correction officer-captains, assistant wardens, associate wardens or wardens employed by Orange county.

Authorizes localities to provide for an additional real property tax exemption for senior citizens who meet the income eligibility limits and other criteria to the extent of sixty-five percent of the assessed valuation of such real property.

Authorizes the department of transportation to establish and implement a state memorial sign program to memorialize persons who died due to injuries sustained in a fatal motor vehicle crash on state highways.

Enacts the "Lieutenant Joseph Banish mental health act" which establishes a law enforcement peer support program to provide confidentiality for communications arising out of law enforcement peer support counseling; defines terms; provides exceptions for when a peer support communication may be disclosed.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates New York as a "purple heart state" to honor combat veterans for their service and sacrifice. It adds a new section to state law stating this designation, with no changes to existing programs or funding. The bill is purely symbolic and ceremonial, directly recognizing veterans through this official title. It does not create new benefits or alter current veteran support systems. The designation would take effect January 1st following enactment.

Establishes the interagency elder justice task force consisting of representatives of state agencies whose work involves elder justice to create greater collaboration and develop overarching strategies, systems, and programs with a goal of protecting older adults from abuse and mistreatment.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) congratulating Shawn MacKinnon on retiring after 30 years of service as a Senate staffer. It recognizes his roles including Secretary to the Senate Finance Committee, expertise in school funding, and mentorship, but contains no policy changes or mechanisms. The resolution formally acknowledges his contributions and will be sent to him as a copy. It directly affects MacKinnon as the honoree, with no impact on legislation or constituents.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows current New York City Police Department officers who previously worked as city traffic enforcement agents to count that prior service toward their retirement and pension benefits. To qualify, officers must pay the difference in contributions they would have made had they started as police officers from the beginning of their traffic enforcement role. The policy applies specifically to officers hired as traffic enforcement agents before July 1, 2009. This change ensures that service in both roles is recognized for retirement purposes without requiring additional service time.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic Senate resolution (not a legislative bill with policy changes) congratulating the Arlington High School Boys Bowling Team and Coach Stefanie Rice for winning the 2025 NYSPHSAA Division I Boys Bowling Championship. It recognizes their historic achievement as the first boys bowling team from Dutchess County to claim a state title, highlighting their comeback victory and dedication. The resolution formally extends congratulations through the legislature and directs a copy to the team, coach, and athletic director. As a procedural resolution, it has no binding effect or policy impact.