Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 1098, introduced by Senator Stavisky, formally welcomes the students, teachers, and administrators of the Bronx High School of Science to the New York State Legislative Chambers in Albany on May 28, 2025. It recognizes the school's historic contributions to education, science, and civic leadership, including its global reputation, notable alumni (such as Nobel laureates and industry leaders), and innovative programs like the IDEAS Initiative. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or policies but serves as a symbolic gesture of appreciation for the school's legacy and impact on New York's educational community. The resolution will be presented to the school after adoption, with the legislature pausing its proceedings to honor the visit.
Sen. James Skoufis
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Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 1097 honors 50+ New York State veterans being inducted into the 2025 New York State Senate Veterans Hall of Fame. It does not create new laws or policies but formally recognizes these veterans - selected for combat service or post-military contributions - for their military service and community impact. The resolution directs the Senate to pause its proceedings to honor them and requires sending copies of the resolution to each inductee. This is a ceremonial gesture with no binding effect, solely acknowledging veterans' service.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill), requesting Governor Hochul to proclaim October 9, 2025, as "Sneakers Day" in New York State. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, people, or programs. The resolution simply asks the Governor to issue a formal proclamation recognizing this date, aligning with National Sneakers Day. Its purpose is symbolic awareness of sneakers' cultural and historical significance, not policy change.
Protects canids by requiring animals which could be coyotes or wolves be submitted for a genetic test to determine genetic makeup; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon the expiration thereof.
Establishes a bicycle and electric scooter operator's safety manual; provides for the issuance of a license for residents who successfully read and comprehend the operator's safety manual; requires residents who operate a bicycle, bicycle with electric assist or electric scooter in New York City to have a license to operate such devices.
Maddy summaryS 1863 extends the existing hotel and motel tax in Woodbury for an additional two years, directly affecting hotels and motels operating in the town that currently pay this tax. The bill amends the tax law to remove a previous expiration date (originally set for 11 years after implementation) and makes the tax effective immediately without a future end date. This change ensures the tax continues to fund local services without requiring a new legislative action for the next two years. Note: The bill was substituted by A4315A on May 27, 2025, but this summary reflects its original proposed provisions.
Maddy summaryS 708 extends the Village of Woodbury's existing authority to collect a hotel and motel tax for two additional years, allowing the village to continue this revenue source beyond its current expiration. The bill amends the 2023 law (Chapter 291) by changing the tax authority's expiration date from 4 years to an immediate, extended period. This directly affects Woodbury's local government, which uses the tax revenue for community projects, and hotels/motels operating within the village. The change is purely procedural, maintaining the current tax structure without altering rates or eligibility.
Maddy summaryThis bill extends the deadline for the town of Wallkill to implement a hotel or motel tax of up to 5%. It updates the expiration date of the existing tax authorization from 2025 to 2027, allowing Wallkill to continue this tax authority without needing new legislation. The change directly affects Wallkill's ability to collect revenue from short-term lodging, maintaining the current tax rate and structure. No new policy changes are introduced - only the extension of the existing authorization period.
Prohibits the sale of certain products that contain regulated perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances; requires manufacturers of products containing PFAS to provide notice of such fact to persons that offer the products for sale or distribution; provides penalties for violations.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 1016 memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim June 2025 as Dairy Month in the State of New York. This resolution aims to acknowledge the significant contributions of the dairy industry and New York's dairy farmers to the state's economy and agriculture.