Sen. Pat Fahy

Authorizes a weighted selection process prioritizing children who would be eligible to receive free or reduced price lunch and/or who are emergent multilingual learners for the allocation of certain prekindergarten seats in school districts where there are more eligible children than can be served in a given school year.

Relates to school climate and codes of conduct on school property and disciplinary action following violation of such codes of conduct; makes conforming amendments.

Establishes a tax deduction for expenses not in excess of five hundred dollars paid by eligible qualified personnel or an eligible service coordinator for early intervention supplies.

Provides for real property tax exemptions for last mile broadband infrastructure constructed, altered, installed or improved in an area designated a broadband opportunity area.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits mobile sports betting operators (like DraftKings or FanDuel) from sending push notifications or text messages that solicit wagers or deposits, even when the betting app is closed. It directly affects these operators by banning unsolicited notifications that could trigger impulsive betting. The key provision requires operators to stop sending automatic alerts prompting users to engage with betting platforms, aiming to reduce constant exposure that risks addiction. The law applies statewide to all mobile sports wagering platforms operating in New York, effective immediately upon enactment.

Maddy summaryThis bill increases residential solar tax credits by raising the credit rate to 26% of qualified solar equipment costs. It sets new annual credit limits: $3,750 for systems installed before 2026, $5,000 for 2026-2025, and $10,000 for systems installed on or after January 1, 2026. The credit applies to homeowners who install qualifying solar systems (including equipment for heating, cooling, hot water, or electricity) at their primary residence, covering equipment purchases, installation, and certain lease agreements. Low-income taxpayers and those in disadvantaged communities may receive refunds for excess credits starting in 2026, rather than carrying them forward. The policy directly affects residential property owners installing solar energy systems in the state.

Maddy summaryS 6197 requires navigation systems using GPS technology sold or offered in New York to display the legal clearance height of bridges and elevated structures along proposed driving routes. This directly affects navigation system manufacturers and sellers operating in New York State. The bill mandates that systems must provide this clearance information unless they include accurate, updated clearance data plus clear instructions directing drivers to verify their vehicle's height against restrictions. The requirement applies to all routes generated by user requests, aligning with existing state law requiring physical height signs on bridges. The bill is currently referred to the Consumer Protection committee.

Relates to the application of certain provisions relating to the operating component of rates of payment made by governmental agencies for facilities that provide extensive nursing, medical, psychological and counseling support services solely to children.

Maddy summaryS 1347 establishes a price per ton of carbon dioxide emissions for electricity generated from carbon-based fuels (like coal and natural gas) in New York. This price, based on the state's social cost of carbon, would be paid by electricity generators using these fuels. Revenues collected would fund a new Carbon Dioxide Emissions Fund, with 60% distributed as tax credits to very low-to-moderate income residents (based on area median income) and 20% supporting renewable energy transitions in disadvantaged communities. The bill directly affects electricity generators using carbon-based fuels and aims to incorporate carbon pricing into New York's climate goals under the CLCPA.

Directs the New York state energy research and development authority to establish a ride clean rebate program for electric assist bicycles and electric scooters; defines terms; provides a fifty percent rebate for eligible purchases.