Prohibits statewide elected officers and certain appointed officers from receiving compensation for any book or other published work written during the course of their term of service.
Relates to firearms; authorizes the transfer of certain weapons from an estate to an immediate member of the decedent's family; relates to reports of substantial risk or threat of harm by mental health professionals.
Establishes the "New York's Own combat veterans healthcare choice program act" to establish tax free savings accounts to pay the healthcare costs of combat veterans on active duty during Operation Enduring Freedom or Operation Iraqi Freedom, until covered by the federal government; directs the division of military and naval affairs to establish a registry of Afghanistan and Iraq veterans.
Requires proportionally equivalent appointees of both the majority and minority houses of the legislature in all legislatively enacted workgroups, task forces, commissions, councils, advisory boards, committees and any other legislatively enacted and appointed groups or workgroups; requires that the number of appointees by the legislature shall be proportionally equivalent to the number of appointees by the governor.
Maddy summaryThis bill (S 1429) allows cities, towns, and local districts to use service contracts already awarded by other governments (like states, federal agencies, or other municipalities) for purchasing equipment, materials, or services related to installation, maintenance, or repair. It permits this only if the original contract was awarded to the lowest responsible bidder or based on "best value," and if the municipality complies with existing minority/women-owned business enterprise requirements. Municipalities not exempt (like cities under 1 million residents) must first adopt a local law approving the use of "best value" contracting. The bill does not change existing procurement rules but expands contracting flexibility for local governments.
Maddy summaryThis bill increases penalties for aggravated cruelty to animals when committed during a domestic violence incident. It raises the maximum prison sentence from two years to four years for offenders who harm animals during domestic violence, including the period of tension before or stress after the violence. The law directly affects individuals convicted of animal cruelty who also commit domestic violence, as defined by state law. The change applies to specific acts of animal cruelty committed in the context of domestic violence, not general animal cruelty cases.
Grants an exemption for the purchase of energy efficient snow making equipment, ski lift equipment, snow grooming equipment, and the production of snow by a recreational ski facility from state sales and compensating use tax.
Maddy summaryThis bill (S 3383) amends New York State's existing firearm licensing rules by updating eligibility requirements for individuals seeking a license to carry or possess firearms. It specifies that applicants must be at least 21 years old (with exceptions for honorably discharged veterans), have no felony or serious offense convictions, pass mental health and substance use screenings, and complete safety training (with limited exemptions). The changes apply directly to anyone applying for or renewing a firearm license in New York, modifying provisions in the penal law related to background checks, residency, and documentation. The bill focuses on procedural updates to licensing standards rather than introducing new restrictions.
Maddy summaryThis bill requires Warren County's county seat to have at least one polling location designated for early voting. It directly affects voters in Warren County by ensuring accessible early voting options within the county seat. The law mandates this location be placed near public transportation routes if feasible. The requirement takes effect for all elections held after April 1, 2026.
Relates to the computation of building aid for the construction, reconstruction or modernizing of no more than one project by the Boquet Valley Central school district.
