Sen. Neil Breslin

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a program to offer standardized health insurance contracts specifically to small dental employers that meet certain size and staffing requirements. To qualify, a dental employer must have fifty or fewer employees, at least one general dentist providing care to Medicaid patients, and at least two licensed dental hygienists. The legislation mandates that insurance companies offer a fixed benefit package to these qualifying groups and requires them to accept applications at any time during the year. Additionally, the bill establishes rules for stop-loss funds to manage financial risk and includes provisions for adjusting wage thresholds annually based on federal poverty levels.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows insurance companies to offer loss prevention and safety programs to their customers at no cost or a reduced fee. The law authorizes the state insurance superintendent to create specific rules governing how these programs are implemented and administered. It also establishes a penalty of five hundred dollars for each violation of the new provisions. The changes take effect immediately upon passage.

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 is a Senate resolution honoring the life and legacy of Pastor Constance Marie Hulla, a religious leader and community figure from Coney Island who passed away in May 2024. The measure formally recognizes her contributions to her community, her role in promoting peace, and her dedication to serving those in need. It directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to express condolences to her family and authorizes the transmission of a copy of the resolution to them.

Relates to contractual liability insurance policies; requires the insurer to either discharge the obligations of the provider under the terms of the service contract, or in the event of the provider's nonperformance, cancellation of the service contract.

Relates to utilization review program standards; requires use of evidence-based and peer reviewed clinical review criteria; relates to prescription drug formulary changes and pre-authorization for certain health care services.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new online system to verify motor vehicle insurance coverage in New York State. It requires all licensed insurers to connect to this system and provide policy information upon request. The system will allow law enforcement, courts, and other authorized agencies to quickly check if a vehicle has valid insurance. Insurers must also cooperate with state officials to identify drivers who may not have proper coverage. The bill includes a one-year testing period before the full system becomes operational.