Sen. Lea Webb

Establishes application processing and review requirements for reprieves, commutations and pardons by the governor; requires the governor to provide: a written notification that the application has been received; a receipt number that the applicant can then use to check on his or her application status; guidelines for supplementing the application with additional or updated information; and a notification when a decision is made on the application; requires quarterly reports to the legislature regarding reprieves, commutations and pardons.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally acknowledges the death of Cecilia Gentili, a community advocate and actress from Brooklyn. It honors her life by highlighting her significant contributions to supporting transgender people, sex workers, and the LGBTQIA+ community through her work in healthcare, policy, and the arts. The resolution does not create new laws or change policies but instead serves as an official tribute to her legacy and asks that the legislative body pause to mourn her passing.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally acknowledges the death of Sergeant Richard T. Gurniak, a retired New York Police Department officer who served 30 years and was a respected member of the Brewster Police Department. The document highlights his long career in law enforcement, his role as a mentor to new officers, and his active participation in community and family life. It concludes by directing that a copy of the resolution be sent to Gurniak's family as a tribute to his service and contributions to his community.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution honoring the life and service of Officer Jose Colon, a retired NYPD officer who recently passed away. It formally acknowledges his career in the U.S. Army and his two decades of police work, including his response to the September 11 attacks and his continued service in the Brewster Police Department. The resolution directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to mourn his death and instructs that a copy of the document be sent to his family.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks the Governor of New York to officially designate June 2024 as Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month. The resolution highlights the significant impact of the disease, noting that over 427,000 New Yorkers are affected and that it kills more people than breast and prostate cancer combined. By directing the Governor to proclaim this month, the legislature aims to increase public awareness and encourage further action against the disease. The text includes statistics on the rising number of cases, the high cost of care, and the challenges faced by caregivers and communities of color.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Franklin Square & Munson Fire Department, honoring its century of service to the community. The bill formally recognizes the department's history, which began in 1907 with volunteer horse-drawn units and evolved into a modern force serving approximately 30,000 residents. It acknowledges the department's growth from a single company to a multi-unit organization that responds to over 1,000 annual calls for fire and medical emergencies. The resolution expresses gratitude for the firefighters' dedication and directs a copy of the document to the department members.

Maddy summaryThis bill, titled the Lead-Based Paint Right to Know Act, requires real estate agents in New York to disclose lead-based paint test reports during residential property transactions. It mandates that sellers or their agents provide inspection results for homes built before 1978, ensuring buyers have access to information about potential lead hazards before purchasing. The legislation also requires these specific inspection reports to be added to a state health registry, making lead data available to future renters and buyers. By standardizing this disclosure process, the bill aims to prevent lead poisoning and protect public health without altering existing responsibilities for property condition or liability.

Authorizes county boards of elections to establish county-wide polling places where any person entitled to vote in such county by personal appearance may so vote on the day of a primary election or general election, subject to approval by the state board of elections.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires correctional facilities to improve substance abuse programs for inmates whose first language is not English. To achieve this, the commissioner must ensure these individuals can understand and complete the programs by hiring bilingual staff, translating materials, and creating targeted initiatives. The law gives the commissioner flexibility to use various strategies after consulting with addiction services officials. It takes effect immediately upon passage.

Establishes the safe water and infrastructure action program for the purpose of making payments toward the replacement and rehabilitation of certain existing local drinking water, storm water and sanitary sewer systems; applies to any county, city, town, village or public authority drinking water system, storm water system or sanitary sewer system within the state that is not under the maintenance and/or operational jurisdiction of a private entity; does not apply to NYC.