Sen. Jim Tedisco

Maddy summaryThis bill amends constitutional provisions governing how the governor submits state budget bills. It requires the governor to submit separate bills for each specific purpose (not multiple purposes in one bill), with clear descriptions of each appropriation's purpose that cannot include program rules or modify existing laws. The governor must also submit any proposed non-budget legislation separately from appropriation bills. This affects the governor, legislature, and state departments during budget discussions, as departments must testify on budget items upon request. The changes aim to clarify budget structure and prevent bundling unrelated provisions.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a process for New York citizens to remove statewide elected officials - including governors, lieutenant governors, comptrollers, and attorneys general - through a petition-driven recall. It requires petition signatures equal to 12% of the previous election's total votes for the office, with at least 2,000 signatures from each congressional district, filed within 120 days after the officer's term begins. If enough signatures are certified, a recall election is held 70-80 days later (or consolidated with a general election), where a majority vote to remove the official and elect a successor via plurality. The bill also prohibits the recalled official from running for the same office again within six months and specifies that counties will be reimbursed for election costs from the state general fund.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 1535) requests Governor Kathy Hochul to officially proclaim February 2026 as Black History Month in New York State. It does not create new law but asks the Governor to issue a formal state recognition. The resolution cites historical contributions of Black Americans across civil rights, culture, science, and innovation as context for the observance. The Senate adopted the resolution on February 4, 2026, sending it to the Governor for action.

Establishes a persistent domestic violence offender registry of individuals convicted of multiple domestic violence offenses, which is available for public inquiry.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a binding bill) requesting Governor Hochul to designate January 25-31, 2026, as "Physician Anesthesiologists Week" in New York. It does not create new laws or affect any specific group, but honors anesthesiologists' historical contributions to medical innovations like the Apgar Score and regional anesthesia. The resolution cites their role in advancing patient safety, pain management, and critical care. It was formally adopted by the Senate and will be sent to the Governor for consideration.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic resolution (Senate Resolution 1516) passed by the legislature to commemorate the 18th anniversary of Kosovo's independence on February 17, 2026. It formally acknowledges Kosovo's independence from Serbia (declared in 2008) and celebrates its progress in democratic governance, while recognizing the contributions of Kosovar communities in New York. The resolution has no legal effect and does not create new policies or affect any individuals or groups. It serves solely as a ceremonial expression of support for Kosovo's independence and its partnership with the United States.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (S1498) requests Governor Hochul to designate February 19, 2026, as Cholangiocarcinoma Awareness Day in New York State, aligning with World Cholangiocarcinoma Day. It recognizes cholangiocarcinoma - a rare bile duct cancer with a low five-year survival rate (under 20% when diagnosed late) - and aims to increase public awareness of this disease. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but encourages symbolic recognition, including wearing green (the disease’s awareness color). It directly affects New Yorkers impacted by cholangiocarcinoma and supports the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation’s mission to improve patient outcomes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution congratulating Jolie Chichak, a Shenendehowa High School student, on winning the 2025 NYSPHSAA Girls Tennis Singles State Championship. It formally recognizes her athletic achievement (including her first Section 2 singles title and school's first state singles championship) and academic record (96.33 GPA). The resolution has no policy impact - it solely offers symbolic recognition to Chichak and her coaches/school staff. It does not create legal obligations or alter any laws.

Maddy summaryThis is a procedural Senate resolution (not a bill), requesting Governor Hochul to declare July 1, 2026, as "Canada Day" in New York State. It memorializes the strong economic, cultural, and trade ties between New York and Canada, including $17 billion in annual exports and over 1,300 Canadian businesses operating in the state. The resolution has no binding effect; it simply asks the Governor to issue a ceremonial proclamation recognizing these connections. The legislature adopted it on February 3, 2026, and will send it to the Governor and Canada's New York Consul General.

Maddy summaryThis bill (S 1960) proposes amending the state constitution to require that only U.S. citizens may vote in all elections for state offices and ballot questions. It would replace the current voting eligibility language with an explicit requirement that voters must be citizens, while maintaining existing age (18+) and residency (30 days) rules. The bill directly affects all voters in state elections, including local, state, and constitutional amendment votes. If passed, this would change the constitutional basis for voting eligibility across all state elections.