Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a statewide framework for regulating short-term rental units (like Airbnb listings) in most New York communities. It requires hosts in "covered jurisdictions" (nearly all counties, cities, towns, and villages except New York City, certain large-county areas, and localities that opt out) to register their units and comply with safety standards, including fire extinguishers, evacuation diagrams, and minimum $300,000 liability insurance. Local governments may choose to opt out of the system entirely or create their own registration rules, while hosts in areas without local regulations must follow the state requirements. The law aims to balance tourism with community safety and local control, applying specifically to rentals offered for less than 30 consecutive days.
Sen. Michelle Hinchey
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Maddy summaryThis resolution requests Governor Hochul to proclaim May 2025 as Lupus Awareness Month in New York. It recognizes the impact of lupus on approximately 105,400 New Yorkers and seeks to increase public awareness of this chronic autoimmune disease, which disproportionately affects women and certain ethnic groups. The resolution does not create new laws or allocate funding but formally urges the Governor to support awareness efforts. It was adopted by the legislature on February 25, 2025.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution 346 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Dr. Pablo Ulloa for his advocacy on behalf of Dominican Americans in New York. It recognizes his work as the Ombudsman of the Dominican Republic, his professional background with international organizations like the Inter-American Development Bank, and his efforts supporting the Dominican diaspora community. The resolution, adopted by the Senate, formally acknowledges his contributions to advancing equity, healthcare access, and social services for underserved populations. A copy of the resolution will be sent to Dr. Ulloa as a gesture of recognition.
Maddy summaryThis resolution memorializes Governor Hochul to officially proclaim March 3-7, 2025, as School Breakfast Week in New York State. It does not create new laws or change funding but formally recognizes the importance of school breakfast programs through a ceremonial observance. The resolution highlights existing state efforts like the Breakfast After the Bell program and Community Eligibility Provision, which help provide free breakfasts to over 876,000 students annually. It serves as a symbolic gesture to raise awareness about school nutrition, not a policy change.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 380 asks Governor Hochul to declare February 15-22, 2025, as FFA Week in New York. It is a symbolic resolution honoring the National FFA Organization (Future Farmers of America), which supports agricultural education and student leadership development. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but formally requests the Governor issue a proclamation to recognize FFA's role in promoting agricultural literacy and career readiness for students. This resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 25, 2025.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (not a bill with policy changes) commending Peter Mixa posthumously for receiving the New York State Senate's Liberty Medal - the Senate's highest honor for exceptional service. It formally recognizes Mixa's World War II military service, his later contributions to New York communities, and his legacy as a veteran, with no concrete policy or financial provisions. The resolution directs that a copy be sent to his family, fulfilling a ceremonial tribute to his life and service.
Maddy summaryThis resolution formally commends WWII veteran Joseph S. Cesternino posthumously for receiving the Liberty Medal, the New York State Senate's highest honor. It recognizes his military service, including his role in the European Theater during World War II, and his contributions to his community. The Senate will present the medal to his family at the Columbia County Honor a Veteran Ceremony on November 25, 2024. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact and solely serves to honor his legacy.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 398 commends Private Leonard Cesternino posthumously for receiving the Liberty Medal, the New York State Senate's highest honor for exceptional service. The resolution recognizes his World War II military service, including his death at age 20 in Italy during combat in 1943, and will be presented to his family at a Columbia County veterans' ceremony on November 25, 2024. This procedural resolution does not enact new policy but formally honors his sacrifice and legacy.
Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic resolution (not a law) commending Sergeant Cornelius Richard Rogers, Jr., posthumously for receiving the New York State Senate's Liberty Medal - the highest honor for exceptional service. It formally recognizes his military service during the Vietnam War, community involvement, and family legacy, and directs a copy of the resolution to his surviving family. The measure has no policy impact or funding changes, as it serves only to honor his legacy.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill) commending Robert Jesse Warrington posthumously for receiving the New York State Senate's Liberty Medal - the highest individual honor. It honors his Navy service during the Cold War (1966-1969), including roles in the Ceremonial Guard, and his community involvement. The resolution formally recognizes his legacy at a September 2024 ceremony and directs a copy to his family. It has no policy impact, solely serving as a symbolic tribute.