Exempts farmers from commercial driver's license (CDL) requirements when operating a covered farm vehicle within one hundred fifty miles of such farmer's farm.
Maddy summaryThis bill creates a tax credit for landowners who allow snowmobile access on their property via state-funded snowmobile trails. Landowners can claim a credit of $0.10 per linear foot of trail on their property, capped at $750 annually. Unused credit can be carried forward to future tax years (with specific limits) or refunded, but cannot be carried beyond 2035. The credit applies to personal income tax and requires the trail to be part of a state-funded system.
Relates to the length of time of a state disaster emergency declaration; requires the governor to transmit a weekly report to the legislature during a state disaster emergency; relates to the communication between the governor and parties affected by a suspension of laws during a state disaster emergency.
Authorizes local governments to opt out of mandates and benchmarks arising under the climate leadership and community protection act and associated universal electrification requirements by filing a resolution with the department of environmental conservation.
Establishes the "first-time homebuyer tax credit act"; provides that a qualified taxpayer shall be allowed a credit against the taxes imposed by this article for taxes levied on the taxpayer's primary residence by or on behalf of any county, city, town, village, or school district in which such property is located.
Redefines culpability from not responsible by reason of mental disease or defect to responsible but for mental disease or defect; amends the procedures to be followed following a verdict or plea of responsible but for mental disease or defect; establishes maximum and minimum terms for persons sentenced upon such a verdict or plea.
Maddy summaryS 23 expands an existing tax credit for farmers to include the cost of constructing housing for farm workers. This change directly affects farmers who build residential housing for their employees, allowing them to claim the credit for construction materials and labor. The bill amends tax law to explicitly add "construction of residential housing occupied by farm workers" to the list of eligible expenses under the credit, which previously covered farm-related equipment and property. Farmers must still meet other requirements, such as property situs in the state and use in farming operations.
Grants an exemption for the purchase of energy efficient snow making equipment, ski lift equipment, snow grooming equipment, and the production of snow by a recreational ski facility from state sales and compensating use tax.
Maddy summaryThis bill (S 3383) amends New York State's existing firearm licensing rules by updating eligibility requirements for individuals seeking a license to carry or possess firearms. It specifies that applicants must be at least 21 years old (with exceptions for honorably discharged veterans), have no felony or serious offense convictions, pass mental health and substance use screenings, and complete safety training (with limited exemptions). The changes apply directly to anyone applying for or renewing a firearm license in New York, modifying provisions in the penal law related to background checks, residency, and documentation. The bill focuses on procedural updates to licensing standards rather than introducing new restrictions.
Withholds the salary of the governor and members of the legislature if the budget is late until final ratification of the budget; forfeits withheld salary.
