Sen. Lea Webb

Prohibits landlords from including incorrect information relating to rent decontrol in certain leases and renewals thereof; imposes a violation punishable by a fine of $1000 for a violation by a landlord; requires the standardization of certain notices pertaining to units subject to the Affordable New York Housing Program.

Establishes the interagency elder justice task force consisting of representatives of state agencies whose work involves elder justice to create greater collaboration and develop overarching strategies, systems, and programs with a goal of protecting older adults from abuse and mistreatment.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) congratulating Shawn MacKinnon on retiring after 30 years of service as a Senate staffer. It recognizes his roles including Secretary to the Senate Finance Committee, expertise in school funding, and mentorship, but contains no policy changes or mechanisms. The resolution formally acknowledges his contributions and will be sent to him as a copy. It directly affects MacKinnon as the honoree, with no impact on legislation or constituents.

Prohibits the use of drilling fluids, brine and flowback water from gas or oil wells, pools, or fields on any highway for any purpose including but not limited to de-icing or dust suppression.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (not a bill) commemorating Kampai Japanese Steakhouse's 50th anniversary on December 19, 2025. It recognizes the restaurant's history as Binghamton's first hibachi establishment (opened 1975 by Richard Matsushima), its role in the community, and its family-owned operation passed to his sons. The resolution contains no policy changes or funding; it solely expresses legislative recognition and will be presented to the Matsushima family. It directly affects the restaurant owners and their legacy, with no broader impact on laws or constituents.

Maddy summaryThis bill extends Cortland County's existing authority to impose an additional tax on mortgage recording transactions until December 1, 2027. It directly affects homeowners and property buyers in Cortland County who pay mortgage recording fees. The bill amends a 2007 law by changing the expiration date from 2025 to 2027, maintaining the current tax structure without creating new taxes or altering rates. This is a routine procedural extension of an existing local tax provision.

Requires the clear and conspicuous disclosure of pricing changes for online grocery delivery and online pick-up services; imposes a fine of not more than one hundred dollars for the first offense and not more than two hundred fifty dollars for a second and each subsequent offense for violations.

Maddy summaryS 7804 extends Tompkins County's authorization to collect an additional 1% sales and use tax until November 30, 2027. This tax, originally authorized in 1992, was set to expire in 2025 but is now extended for two more years through a technical amendment to the tax law. The bill updates the expiration date without changing the tax rate or scope, maintaining the current structure for county revenue. This directly affects residents and businesses in Tompkins County who pay sales tax, as the additional rate remains in effect.

Maddy summaryS 138 establishes a "Medical Aid in Dying Act" for New York, allowing terminally ill patients (with decision-making capacity and a confirmed terminal illness expected to cause death within six months) to request and self-administer medication to end their life. Key provisions require patients to make an oral and written request, receive confirmation from two physicians (an attending physician and a consulting physician), and sign a witnessed written request with two non-related, non-beneficiary adults. The bill mandates patients be fully informed of alternatives like palliative care, outlines physician responsibilities, and includes requirements for documentation, safe medication disposal, and protections for healthcare providers.

Requires the appointment of a Title VI coordinator at every college and university in the state to ensure compliance with Title VI of the federal civil rights act of 1964; requires the division of human rights to develop training for students and employees; requires the Title VI coordinator to notify annually all students and employees of the institution's policies and procedures for reporting discrimination and harassment.