Sen. Joe Griffo

Directs a criminal court to establish a period of commitment for persons found not responsible by reason of mental disease or defect; a person so committed shall not be eligible for release from the custody of the commissioner of mental health or the commissioner of developmental disabilities until completion of the period of commitment.

Requires law enforcement and courts to notify the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency (ICE) when an arrested person or defendant is not a United States citizen; adjusts certain maximum sentences for class A misdemeanors and unclassified misdemeanors; requires notification to be made to the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency prior to the release of certain noncitizens; repeals provisions of the "protect our courts act".

Enacts the "pretrial risk overview for threat evaluation, custody, and treatment (PROTECT) Act" to evaluate certain defendants; establishes a risk assessment instrument to aid judges in determining whether to release or detain a principal, where and when a release is appropriate and necessary conditions that should be imposed as part of such release; repeals provisions of law relating to qualifying offenses and allows a court to set bail or remand a principal where based on the risk assessment instrument, where the principal poses a safety risk or risk of flight; makes related provisions.

Requires the office of mental health to create a mental health evaluation form to determine whether arrested individuals have the proper mental capacity to make decisions regarding their arrest; requires arrested individuals to be given such mental health evaluation form; directs that if an individual fails such mental health evaluation, a representative will be appointed for such individual regarding arrest proceedings.

Relates to obtaining military credit for members of the New York state and local police and fire retirement system, the New York city police pension fund, and the New York city fire pension fund; provides that the calculation for military credit shall be equal to the product of the number of years of military service being claimed and three percent of such member's compensation earned during the twelve months of credited service.

Establishes the crime of aggravated distracted driving; provides that such crime shall be a misdemeanor; requires the motor vehicle operator's driver's license to be revoked; provides that the registration may be revoked.

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution officially recognizes the 90th anniversary of the Whitesboro Central School District, which was established in 1936. The bill directs the New York State Legislature to pause its proceedings to honor the district's history and achievements while serving communities in Whitestown, Marcy, Deerfield, Schuyler, and Trenton. It also authorizes the transmission of a formal copy of the resolution to the school district to mark the upcoming celebration on May 11, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution honors the 100th birthday of Charles Muth, a resident of Verona, New York, on May 15, 2026. The bill formally recognizes his lifelong contributions as a farmer, community leader, and family man, noting his service as a school bus driver, town councilman, and member of the Farm Bureau. It directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to celebrate his century of life and instructs that a copy of the resolution be sent to him.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially declare October 9, 2026, as Sneakers Day in New York State. The resolution highlights the history and cultural significance of sneakers, noting their origins in the United States and their role in sports, wellness, and popular culture. It does not create new laws or change any regulations, but rather serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the footwear's impact. The text of the bill is a formal request to the governor to issue a proclamation recognizing the date.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs Governor Kathy Hochul to officially designate May 10-16, 2026, as Prevention Week in New York State. The resolution aims to raise awareness about substance use, mental health, and the dangers of opioids like fentanyl. It encourages schools and communities to participate in related events and recognizes the work of prevention organizations. The measure is a ceremonial proclamation and does not create new laws or funding.