Sen. Neil Breslin

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes to increase the number of county court judges in Schenectady County from one to two. The change would allow for an additional judge to be elected during the general election on November 5, 2024, with the new judge taking office on January 1, 2025. By adding a second judge, the legislation aims to expand the judicial capacity available to handle cases in that specific county.

Prohibits mortgagees from requiring mortgagors of certain residential real property to purchase flood insurance exceeding a coverage amount that exceeds the balance as of the beginning of the year for which the policy shall be in effect, or that includes coverage for contents.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a legal framework for pet insurance policies in New York State by defining key terms such as preexisting conditions, chronic illnesses, and orthopedic issues. It requires insurance companies to clearly disclose how they calculate claim payments, list specific exclusions, and provide consumers with a 30-day "free look" period to review and return policies without penalty. Additionally, the legislation mandates that insurers make their definitions and payment formulas easily accessible on their websites to ensure transparency for policyholders.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies New York's public officers law to allow assistant district attorneys in Schenectady County to live in Schenectady County or any neighboring county within New York, rather than requiring them to reside specifically within the county they serve. The change directly affects individuals appointed to this role by removing the strict local residency barrier while maintaining a requirement that they live in the state. It explicitly excludes the chief assistant district attorney from this new flexibility, as that position must still meet existing residency rules. The legislation takes effect immediately upon passage.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows dental assistants and licensed practical nurses to apply topical fluoride varnish to patients. It updates state laws to include this specific task within the official scope of duties for these two groups of healthcare workers. The changes require that these services continue to be performed under the direct supervision of a licensed dentist or other authorized medical professional. By adding this procedure to their permitted activities, the bill expands the range of supportive care these workers can provide without altering their core roles or responsibilities.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates an online system for verifying motor vehicle insurance coverage in New York State. It requires insurance companies to submit electronic notices to the state commissioner whenever a policy is issued or cancelled, with specific deadlines for these reports. The legislation also mandates that a vehicle's insurance cancellation does not become effective until the state has received and processed this notice or verified the status online. Additionally, the bill directs the creation of an up-to-date database to help identify uninsured vehicles by collecting detailed policy information from insurers.

Addresses non-covered dental services by prohibiting insurers from including in a contract or agreement with a dentist requirements to set fees or require approval fees for services not covered under a person's dental plan; prohibits medical expense indemnity corporations, dental expense indemnity corporations and health service corporations from including in a contract or agreement with a dentist requirements to set fees or require approval fees for services not covered under a person's dental plan.

Prohibits discrimination against individuals who were prescribed pre-exposure prophylaxis medication for HIV prevention with respect to life, accident, and health insurance coverage.

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.

Requires each institution within the state university of New York and the city university of New York offering in-person student instruction to have at least one vending machine making emergency contraception available for purchase.