Sen. Jeremy Cooney

Maddy summaryS 1465 requires New York's social services office to implement an electronic benefit transfer (EBT) system using standard commercial technology, including EMV chip cards, by June 21, 2027. The bill mandates the use of industry-standard electronic funds transfer technology for distributing benefits, with upgrades to the system required as soon as practicable after implementation. This change directly affects social services recipients who receive benefits through the state's current system, transitioning them to a more secure digital platform. The bill focuses on concrete infrastructure changes, not outcomes or policy debates.

Excepts crimes related to sex offenses, crimes against elderly or disabled persons and crimes related to sexual performance by a child from the three-year time limit to bring charges for such crimes against school educators employed by schools which are located in cities with 125,000 or more people.

Expands the eligibility of the brownfield redevelopment tax credit; reduces the population numbers to make more qualified sites eligible for such tax credit.

Enacts the "artificial intelligence workforce impact transparency act"; requires that each notice include a statement as to whether the employment losses described are the result, in whole or in part, of the introduction, expansion, or adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) systems, automation technologies, or machine-based processes that have replaced or materially altered the duties of affected employees; establishes a two year pilot program known as the AI Innovation and Workforce Tracking Initiative to evaluate compliance, data accuracy, and policy impacts of the reporting requirement; requires a report to the governor and legislature.

Authorizes the New York state energy research and development authority to develop, implement, administer and operate a temporary middle income home energy assistance program; suspends certain taxes on home heating fuels; makes an appropriation therefor.

Relates to certain rental vehicle protections; provides that the rate caps charged by rental vehicle companies shall be tied to the consumer price index of all urban consumers over the previous year as reported by the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics; makes provisions of law permanent.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (J 1315) formally congratulating the Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake High School Boys Cross Country Team and Head Coach Chip Button for winning the 2025 New York State Class B Championship. It recognizes their athletic achievement, 25th Section 2 Championship, 13th state title, and academic success (95.6% team GPA), alongside their community support and coaching. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply provides official recognition through a formal statement sent to the team, coach, and school officials. As a procedural resolution, it does not affect laws or regulations.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (not a bill), memorializing Governor Hochul to declare January 19-23, 2026, as "National Passenger Safety Week" in New York. It does not create new laws or policies but asks the Governor to issue a formal proclamation during that week to raise public awareness about passenger safety. The resolution cites traffic safety data (e.g., 36% of 2022 fatalities involved passengers) and emphasizes passengers’ role in encouraging safer driving behaviors like reducing distractions or refusing to ride with impaired drivers. It directly affects the Governor’s office (as the recipient of the request) and aims to promote voluntary safety awareness.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (not a bill), not a law with policy changes. It formally congratulates the Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake High School Field Hockey Team and Head Coach Kelly Vrooman for winning the 2025 Class B NYSPHSAA Field Hockey Championship. The resolution recognizes their 21-1-1 season record, second consecutive state title, and academic achievements (95.2 GPA collectively). It has no legal effect or impact on any policies, programs, or individuals beyond the ceremonial acknowledgment.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (J 1317), not a substantive bill. It formally congratulates the Stillwater Girls Varsity Soccer Team and Head Coach Christine Ihnatolya for winning the New York State Public High School Athletic Association Class C State Championship on November 16, 2025. The resolution specifically recognizes the team's 22-1 record, four sectional titles, and 92.6 average GPA, naming all players and coaches. It has no policy impact or financial effect - it is purely symbolic recognition directed to the team, school officials, and staff.