Requires that plaintiffs no longer have to prove that a sexual offense occurred on the premises of, chattels or property belonging to a corporate entity in action for negligent supervision.
Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 753) symbolically recognizes a planned event celebrating the Dominican community's cultural contributions in Albany on April 9, 2025. It acknowledges the event hosted by the state legislature's Dominican Delegation, which aims to empower the community, strengthen civic engagement, and honor the Dominican diaspora's role in New York. The resolution does not create new laws, allocate funds, or directly affect any individuals or policies - it simply directs the legislature to pause its work to honor this cultural celebration.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (J 738) requesting Governor Hochul to proclaim May 6, 2025, as "Queens Day" in New York State. It honors Queens' cultural diversity, history, and economic contributions as a symbolic gesture, not a policy change. The resolution was adopted by the Senate and will be sent to the Governor, Queens Borough President, and Queens Chamber of Commerce for consideration. It directly affects no individuals or entities through legal requirements, as it seeks only a ceremonial recognition of Queens' significance.
Requires fashion sellers to carry out environmental due diligence for the portions of their business related to wearing apparel, footwear or fashion bags, including wearing apparel, footwear or fashion bags produced as a private label; establishes a fashion remediation fund.
Relates to establishing a remote maternal health services pilot program for Medicaid recipients; provides that such program shall be established during fiscal years 2025-2026, 2026-2027 and 2027-2028 to provide: remote maternal health services to eligible Medicaid recipients, medically necessary remote maternal health services to such eligible recipients for up to 12 months postpartum and payment to healthcare providers who provide remote maternal health services.
Maddy summaryThis bill amends New York's penal law to explicitly include "pistol converters" in the definition of a "rapid-fire modification device." It directly affects individuals who own, sell, or use pistol converters, as these devices are now legally classified alongside bump stocks and binary triggers under restrictions for accelerating semi-automatic firearm fire rates. The key provision adds "pistol converter" to the list of devices prohibited under this definition, making their possession or sale subject to existing rapid-fire device laws. The bill became effective on the same date as related 2024 legislation (Chapter 115).
Maddy summaryThis bill allows preschools to keep epinephrine auto-injector devices (for severe allergic reactions) on-site. It directly affects preschool facilities and their staff by expanding existing public health law to explicitly include preschools in the list of authorized locations for these devices. The key change adds "pre-school facilities" to the current list of places permitted to have such emergency allergy equipment, alongside schools, camps, and other childcare settings. This makes it easier for preschools to quickly access life-saving treatment during allergic emergencies.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (J 599) formally recognizing the Shaker High School Boys Basketball Team for winning the NYSPHSAA Class AAA Championship on March 21, 2025. It specifically congratulates the team members, head coach Aric Kucel, assistant coaches, and manager for their championship victory and 23-3 season record. The resolution has no policy impact - it serves only as symbolic recognition, with copies to be sent to the named individuals and school staff. It does not affect any laws, regulations, or funding.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution 573 honors the first responders who battled the March 8, 2025, brush fires in Suffolk County, Long Island, which burned 400-600 acres. It specifically recognizes over 80 fire departments, 10 ambulance crews, and multiple state agencies - including the New York Air National Guard and Suffolk County Police - for their coordinated efforts in containing the fires and creating fire breaks. The resolution serves as a formal legislative expression of gratitude without creating new laws or policy changes. It was adopted on April 2, 2025, and directs a copy to the Suffolk County Department of Fire, Rescue, and Emergency Services.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 588 is a commemorative resolution mourning the death of John "JR" Gaudet, a Binghamton firefighter who died in the line of duty on February 12, 2025. The resolution expresses the New York State Senate's tribute to Gaudet's life, career, and community service, including his work coaching youth sports and his dedication to family. It directs that a copy of the resolution be transmitted to his surviving family members. As a non-binding tribute, this resolution has no policy impact or legislative effect.
