Sen. Kristen Gonzalez

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a binding bill) requesting Governor Hochul to proclaim January 25-31, 2026, as "Medicolegal Death Investigation Professionals Week" in New York. It does not create new laws or policies - it solely honors professionals who investigate deaths to determine cause and manner. The resolution recognizes these workers' role in supporting families and communities through death investigations. No specific individuals or groups are directly affected by this symbolic gesture.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution requests Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 10-16, 2026, as Police Week in New York State, aligning with National Police Week. It honors law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty, referencing historical data on officer fatalities and the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial. The resolution has no binding legal effect - it is a ceremonial request to the Governor, not a new law. It directly affects public recognition efforts for law enforcement families and communities.

Maddy summaryThis resolution requests Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 3-9, 2026, as Correctional Officers and Employees Week in New York, honoring the state's approximately 16,178 correctional officers and employees who oversee over 31,329 inmates in state facilities. It aligns with federal recognition of "National Correctional Officers and Employees Week" established in 1996 and emphasizes the dangerous nature of their work. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but serves as a symbolic tribute to these personnel through a gubernatorial proclamation.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 1293 commends Armando and Shayla Gramajo for receiving New York State's Liberty Medal, the Senate's highest honor for individuals. The resolution recognizes their 2024 actions when they intervened to save a woman attacked with a knife in White Plains - Armando (a bus driver and former Guatemalan Army veteran) stopped the attacker, and Shayla (a physician's assistant) provided medical aid using household items until emergency services arrived. This symbolic resolution, passed by the New York State Senate, formally honors their humanitarian act and does not create new laws or affect any policies. It serves as a ceremonial tribute to their spontaneous, life-saving response.

Prohibits the intimidation, obstruction, or the unlawful dissemination of personal information of election officers; makes election officers eligible for the address confidentiality program.

Maddy summaryThis bill changes the date of New York's presidential primary from the current June election to the first Tuesday in March (commonly known as Super Tuesday). It directly affects voters and candidates participating in the state's presidential nominating process by moving the primary earlier in the election cycle. The bill amends election law to replace the existing June primary date with a March date specifically for selecting presidential delegates, while keeping other primary elections (like for state offices) on their current schedule. This is a procedural adjustment to election timing, not a substantive policy change.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits foreign-influenced businesses from spending money on New York state or local elections. It defines "foreign-influenced" as businesses where foreign owners hold 1% or more of equity (or 5% for multiple owners), or where foreign entities control political decisions. Businesses making political contributions must certify they aren’t foreign-influenced and provide this certification to election committees. Violations carry felony charges and civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation.

Requires each county to establish a county law enforcement civilian complaint review board to assist the board of supervisors with the investigation of complaints concerning misconduct by members of county law enforcement towards members of the public in a complete, thorough and impartial manner.

Requires voting machines or systems to comply with the voluntary voting system guidelines adopted by the United States election assistance commission on December 13, 2005.

Regulates an artificial person's contributions towards election and ballot-issue activity; provides limitations on the general powers of a corporation.