Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal

Enacts the "schools impacted by gross highways (SIGH) act"; prohibits the commissioner of education from approving the plans for the erection of any new schoolhouse within five hundred feet of a controlled-access highway unless the commissioner of education determines that space limitations are so severe that there is no other site to erect such new schoolhouse, and there are adequate engineering controls to address air quality; makes related provisions.

Establishes the warehouse worker injury reduction program; requires employers to establish an injury reduction program designed to identify and minimize the risks of musculoskeletal injuries and disorders among workers involved in performing manual materials handling tasks.

Relates to prevailing wage requirements applicable to brownfield remediation work performed under private contract as it relates to certain remediation activities, for sites that are seeking or have received a determination that the site is eligible for the tangible property credit component of the brownfield redevelopment tax credit, and the work is paid for in whole or in part by public funds.

Provides that certain purchase contracts to purchase food can be awarded to a qualified bidder who fulfills certain values based procurement standards when such bid is not more than 10% higher than the lowest responsible bidder and when the bidder makes publicly available data on where such bidder sources their food items; sets forth the criteria for values based procurement standards to include local economies, environmental sustainability, racial equity, valued workforce, animal welfare, and nutrition.

Relates to enacting the "safe landings for youth leaving foster care act" or "safe landings act", which provides protections for youth transitioning out of foster care who bring certain legal proceedings.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes the New York State Fashion Workers Act to regulate model management companies by requiring them to register with the state and adhere to specific duties and prohibitions. The law defines key terms such as "model," "client," and "digital replica," and mandates that companies provide clear, plain-language summaries of employment terms known as deal memos. To ensure financial responsibility, larger firms must post a surety bond, while all registrants must pay fees and disclose ownership information to the department. Violations of these rules can lead to penalties and legal procedures, aiming to create a more transparent and accountable environment for fashion industry workers.

Provides that when informational cards or sheets about opioid antagonists are distributed, such information shall include information about fentanyl strips and their uses.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates New York State laws to require the chief administrator of the courts to submit an annual report evaluating the state's electronic filing programs for civil and criminal cases. The report must include recommendations for future legislation and be prepared after consulting with a wide range of stakeholders, including county clerks, district attorneys, bar associations, legal service providers, and unaffiliated attorneys. Additionally, the bill mandates the maintenance of specific advisory committees to gather input from these same groups on how electronic filing systems impact litigants, practitioners, and the courts. Finally, the legislation includes provisions to make public comments on these programs available for review on the Office of Court Administration's website.

Relates to licensing restrictions for manufacturers and wholesalers of alcoholic beverages on licensees who sell at retail for on-premises consumption; provides an exemption for 10 Cipriani restaurants; provides for the repeal of certain provisions upon expiration thereof.

Requires public notice and public engagement when a general hospital seeks to close entirely or a unit that provides maternity, mental health or substance use care.