Sen. Chris Ryan

Maddy summaryThis bill (S 2520) changes New York State's Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) response deadlines for government agencies. It sets new time limits: 180 days for requests made before 2026, 90 days for 2027 requests, and 60 days for requests on or after January 1, 2028. Agencies must explain delays if they cannot meet these deadlines due to federal law, safety concerns, or extremely large volumes of records, and must provide monthly updates to requesters. The bill directly affects state agencies (like departments and offices) that handle FOIA requests and all individuals or organizations seeking government records under FOIA.

Maddy summaryS 6265 is a ceremonial bill that dedicates a specific segment of State Route 104 in Oswego (from City Line Road to Jim Shampine Drive) to honor Lieutenant Donald R. Hill. The bill requires the state transportation commissioner to install commemorative signs stating "Highway Dedicated to Lieutenant Donald R. Hill" but clarifies this is purely ceremonial - official highway names remain unchanged. It does not alter road management, funding, or traffic rules. The bill passed both legislative chambers and was signed into law as Chapter 394 on September 10, 2025.

Protects certain employees from a reduction of wages due to their involvement in the investigation of a violation of a workplace violence protection program.

Authorizes the board of trustees of the village of East Syracuse to permit that the office of village justice and/or associate justice may be held by a non-resident who lives in the town of Dewitt.

Clarifies provisions regarding the use of crossbows for hunting, allowing the department of environmental conservation to allow the use of crossbows for the taking of big game in any area long bows are permitted.

Maddy summaryThis bill extends Oswego's existing authorization to collect an additional 1% sales tax on top of its current rate. It allows the city to maintain this tax for an extended period, from September 1, 2024, through November 30, 2027. The provision directly affects Oswego residents and businesses that pay sales tax within the city limits. The change is purely procedural, updating the expiration date of an existing tax authorization without altering the tax rate or scope.

Prohibits the operation of NYC transit authority subways or trains without at least one conductor on board; requires a conductor on any subway or train operated by such authority whenever the subway or train has more than two cars attached to the engine.

Enacts "the construction reporting pay act"; provides that each laborer, worker or mechanic in the employ of a contractor who by request or permission of an employer reports for work on any day shall be paid no less than four hours at the prevailing rate of wages.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes standards for motor vehicle glass repair facilities that handle vehicles equipped with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), such as cameras and sensors. It requires repair shops to inform consumers if ADAS calibration is needed after glass replacement, confirm the calibration meets the vehicle manufacturer’s specifications, and disclose costs clearly. The bill prohibits shops from misleading consumers about insurance coverage, forcing assignment of insurance benefits, or offering incentives to direct claims. Violations carry a $2,500 penalty per occurrence, and shops must refer customers to certified dealers if they cannot perform proper calibration.

Requires contractors and subcontractors performing construction work for covered renewable energy systems to use apprenticeship agreements; requires thermal energy networks to require contractors and subcontractors to use pre-apprenticeship direct entry providers registered with the department of labor.