Prohibits the keeping of inventory, storage, warehouse, processing, packaging, shipping or distributing of flavored vapor products near where vapor or tobacco products are sold at retail or wholesale.
Prohibits the operation of NYC transit authority subways or trains without at least one conductor on board; requires a conductor on any subway or train operated by such authority whenever the subway or train has more than two cars attached to the engine.
Requires the department of veterans' services to provide information on the department's website on volunteer opportunities available to veterans and to post relevant application forms that a qualified veteran can use to apply for volunteer opportunities.
Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution requests Governor Hochul to proclaim May 10, 2025, as Golf Day in New York State, aligning with National Golf Day. It highlights golf's economic impact (supporting 2 million jobs and $100 billion annually), growing participation, and New York's upcoming events like the 2025 Ryder Cup. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but formally recognizes the sport's benefits through a ceremonial proclamation.
Extends the effectiveness of certain sections of law relating to real property tax exemptions for real property owned by volunteer firefighters and volunteer ambulance workers.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 1252 is a ceremonial resolution memorializing Governor Hochul to formally recognize June 2025 as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month in New York State. It does not create new laws or policies; instead, it requests the Governor issue a symbolic proclamation to honor the community's history and ongoing advocacy. The resolution cites key LGBTQIA+ milestones, including the Stonewall uprising and New York's marriage equality law, to frame the recognition. This is a procedural resolution with no direct effect on residents or policy implementation.
Authorizes New Hour for Women and Children LI, Inc. to receive a real property tax exemption for the 2022-2023, 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 assessment rolls.
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 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 resolution (J 1197) requests Governor Hochul to designate June 18, 2025, as "Compassion Champion Day" in New York State. It commemorates United Way of Long Island's 60th anniversary and the launch of its Compassion Fund, a program providing emergency cash assistance for essential needs like rent, medication, and utilities. The resolution specifically honors United Way's work supporting ALICE households (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) and essential workers on Long Island. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or funding but formally recognizes the organization's community service.
