Sen. Jake Ashby

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies the spending rules for the East Greenbush Fire District in Rensselaer County to allow lease payments for real property to be treated like bond payments. Under current laws, districts usually need voter approval to issue bonds, but this change removes that requirement specifically for leasing property. The amendment applies only to this specific fire district and does not alter the spending limits for other municipalities or types of expenses.

Requires the department of veterans' services to establish and maintain, in consultation and collaboration with other state agencies, a searchable database on the department's website providing resources available in the state for veterans, members of the uniformed services, and their families.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes the 100th anniversary of the Village of Menands on June 1, 2024. It honors the village's history by highlighting key events such as its incorporation in 1924, the construction of the Erie Canal and railroads, and the development of local industries like Albany Felt Company. The resolution does not create new laws or change policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment to be shared with the village.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors Jillian Hanesworth and Augustus Clarke for winning the 2024 Sports Emmy Award in the Short Film category. The bill formally recognizes their work on the film "Still Here," which highlights the resilience of Buffalo following the 2022 mass shooting and blizzard. It directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to acknowledge their achievement and mandates that a copy of the resolution be sent to them. The measure serves as a public commendation of their specific contribution to the NFL 360 series rather than altering any laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally congratulates the Augustine Classical Academy mock trial team and their coach for winning the New York State Bar Association Mock Trial Competition on May 21, 2024. The resolution specifically names the ten student team members and their coach, Thomas Trouwborst, to recognize their achievement in the statewide competition held in Albany. It serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the team's success in a fictional criminal case rather than establishing new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally congratulates the Elmont High School Boys Basketball Team and their coach for winning the 2024 NYSPHSAA Basketball Class AA Championship. The document recognizes the team's achievement of securing their first state title since 2016 and lists the specific names of the players and the coach being honored. It serves as an official record of legislative appreciation for the team's success and is intended to be sent to the school for their records.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally commends The Dad Gang and its nonprofit arm, Random Acts of Dadness, for organizing the Annual March of Dads. The bill recognizes the group's efforts to challenge negative stereotypes about Black fathers and foster a supportive community among Black men globally. It specifically highlights the organization's upcoming events in Los Angeles, the Bronx, Washington, D.C., and Atlanta, as well as its history of promoting positive fatherhood role models. The resolution concludes by directing that a copy of the text be sent to the organization as an official acknowledgment of their work.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally commends the Broome County Office for Aging on the occasion of its 50th anniversary. It recognizes the organization's long history of providing services such as meals, transportation, and assistance to older adults in the county. The resolution highlights the growth of the office's programs since its establishment in 1974 and acknowledges the dedication of its staff and volunteers. No new laws or funding are created by this measure; it serves solely as an official expression of appreciation from the state legislature.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes the 40th anniversary of the Southern Tier AIDS Program (STAP). It honors the organization's history of providing HIV/AIDS support, healthcare navigation, housing assistance, and opioid overdose prevention services to the Broome County region. The resolution expresses the state's appreciation for STAP's contributions to community health and well-being over the past four decades. No new laws or funding are created; the measure simply directs the legislature to pause and acknowledge the organization's achievements.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates the First Responder Peer Support Program Act to provide mental health resources for first responders, including firefighters, police officers, and emergency medical personnel. It establishes a statewide grant program that eligible entities can use to fund peer-to-peer support initiatives, ensuring volunteers receive training on trauma, suicide prevention, and coping mechanisms. The program sets specific standards for training and administrative staffing while explicitly protecting the privacy of individuals seeking help by prohibiting the collection of personal identifying information. Funding for these grants is subject to future legislative appropriation, and the law will take effect approximately seven months after passage.