Sen. Mark Walczyk

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally acknowledges the death of Harold B. Johnson II, a Watertown newspaper executive and community leader who passed away in July 2024 at age 70. The text honors his life by listing his roles as co-publisher of the Watertown Daily Times, his service on various local boards, and his contributions to preserving downtown Watertown and state parks. It concludes by instructing the Legislative Body to pause for a moment of mourning and directing that a copy of the resolution be sent to Johnson's family.

Authorizes the Hudson River-Black River Regulating District to transfer certain lands to the village of Northville, town of Northampton, county of Fulton, for the use and maintenance of the dam, roadway, and bridge located on such lands, in consideration of $1.

Maddy summaryThis bill declares a retirement application submitted by Cynthia Adam on behalf of her late husband, Paul C. Adam, as timely filed despite it being submitted years after the deadline. The legislation specifically addresses the conversion of his service retirement benefits to accidental death benefits related to the 2001 World Trade Center disaster. By retroactively accepting the September 2018 filing, the law ensures that the family can receive the appropriate benefits without penalty. All costs associated with implementing this change are to be covered by the state of New York.

Prohibits the establishment or enforcement of regulations on the percentage of zero-emission vehicles in manufacturers' sales fleets of medium-duty and heavy-duty vehicles until the availability of charging infrastructure, and the cost and availability of zero-emission medium-duty and heavy-duty vehicles makes the sale of such vehicles more practicable.

Designates the bridge crossing over the Chaumont river on state route 12E in the village of Chaumont, county of Jefferson, as the "Michael J. Finerson Memorial Bridge".

Maddy summaryThis bill allows criminal defendants in Oswego County to appear in court via electronic means instead of being physically present, provided the court approves and the defendant agrees. The law requires that the county's chief court administrator has authorized this option and that the defendant explicitly consents to the electronic appearance at the start of each session. By amending the state's criminal procedure code, the measure expands a list of counties where remote court appearances are permitted, aiming to increase flexibility in handling criminal cases.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally congratulates Nancy Chamberlain on her 100th birthday. It recognizes her life achievements, including her career as a teacher, her family life, and her community involvement. The resolution directs the legislative body to pause its work to honor her and to send a copy of the document to her.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally honors Dallen and Madalynn Farney for receiving the Lewis County Young Farmer Award. It recognizes the couple's fourth-generation dairy farming legacy and their management of a large operation involving cows, corn, and hay. The resolution directs the legislature to pause briefly to acknowledge their achievements and authorizes sending a formal copy of the honor to the Farneys.

Establishes the commission on reopening the Indian Point energy center; relates to definitions of certain terms relating to renewable energy; repeals provisions relating to electric generating facilities; directs the New York state energy research and development authority to conduct a feasibility study on nuclear small modular reactors.

Relates to annual vehicular access for active duty service members; requires annual passes be issued to active duty service members and their immediate families at state parks or recreational facilities upon presentation of a military identification card.