Establishes an indirect source review for heavy distribution warehouse operations; requires the department of environmental conservation to conduct a study regarding zero-emissions zones.
Relates to prohibiting retail establishments including food-service establishments from refusing to accept payment in cash; provides a civil penalty will be assessed for such actions.
Prohibits the participation of certain animals in traveling animal acts; prohibits the department of environmental conservation from issuing permits or licenses allowing participation of certain animals in traveling animal acts; excludes certain permanent performing institutions; imposes a civil penalty not to exceed $1000 for a violation.
Directs the department of state, in cooperation with other departments, to provide technical assistance to any municipality, upon request, that has had a college or university close within such municipality.
Repeals the requirement that the senate vote to confirm the appointment of certain chief executive officers within a certain time period; amends certain provisions of law relating thereto.
Relates to actions or practices that establish or maintain a monopoly, monopsony or restraint of trade; authorizes a class action lawsuit in the state anti-trust law.
Maddy summaryThis bill increases the handling fee that beverage deposit initiators must pay to dealers or redemption center operators from 3.5 cents to 4.5 cents per container. The additional payment is intended to cover the costs of collecting, sorting, and packaging empty containers for transport. The law specifies that this fee cannot be tied to any sales requirements and must be paid separately from refund value accounts. It is set to take effect immediately and will automatically expire on December 31, 2025.
Maddy summaryThis bill directs the state education commissioner to create uniform guidelines for diapering and toileting students in public schools. The new rules would require schools to provide safe, accessible facilities and necessary supplies to maintain a sanitary environment for these activities. The legislation applies to a wide range of institutions, including public school districts, special education schools, and private schools serving students with disabilities. The changes are set to take effect eighteen months after the bill becomes law, allowing time for schools to prepare.
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.
