Sen. Kristen Gonzalez

Maddy summaryThis bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially declare September 26, 2026, as Hunting and Fishing Day in New York State. The resolution highlights the historical and economic contributions of hunters and anglers to wildlife conservation and the state's economy. It does not change any laws or create new regulations, but rather serves as a formal recognition of these activities.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally recognizes the 80th anniversary of Binghamton University in 2026. It expresses the legislative body's appreciation for the institution's history, academic achievements, and contributions to education and research. The bill does not allocate funding or change laws but instead directs the transmission of a copy of the resolution to the university as an official acknowledgment.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate Resolution that formally acknowledges the death of Hudson Talbott, a writer, artist, and community leader from New York. It honors his contributions as an author of children's books and an illustrator whose work has been exhibited internationally and adapted into films. The resolution also recognizes his long-term service as a trustee for the Thomas Cole National Historic Site in Catskill. Finally, it directs that a copy of the resolution be sent to Talbott's family as a tribute to his life and legacy.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally congratulates Daniel Casper of Briarcliff, New York, for representing the United States as the skip of the Men's Curling Team at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina. The measure highlights Casper's athletic achievements, including his recent victory at the U.S. Olympic Trials and his history of competing in national and international championships. It also acknowledges his perseverance in the sport despite being diagnosed with Guillain-Barre Syndrome. The bill is a ceremonial gesture that does not alter any laws or policies but serves to publicly honor Casper's accomplishments.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution formally recognizes the New York Chapter of the National Domestic Workers Alliance for its advocacy work and historical contributions to improving conditions for domestic workers. The bill highlights the organization's efforts in securing legal protections, such as paid sick leave and family leave, and recovering stolen wages for employees in the field. By adopting this resolution, the legislative body intends to publicly honor the group's achievements and the legacy of its founder, Dorothy Bolden, without enacting any new laws or funding.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 2298 is a commemorative bill honoring Minerva Solla, a labor activist and social justice advocate who passed away in April 2026. The resolution formally recognizes her lifelong contributions to workers' rights, including her role in organizing strikes, founding Latino labor committees, and helping pass legislation like Paid Family Leave. It directs the legislature to pause proceedings to mourn her death and sends a copy of the resolution to her family. The bill does not create new laws or policies but serves as an official acknowledgment of her legacy.

Requires insurance companies to deposit a certain percentage of premiums collected but not paid out in prior years for abortion care to the reproductive health care access fund for use for grants under the reproductive freedom and equity grant program; establishes the reproductive health care access fund; relates to the use of funds under the reproductive freedom and equity grant program; directs the governor to provide for funding in the state budget.

Requires that any law enforcement agency in the state that encrypts any portion of its radio communications shall ensure that all of its radio communications, with the exception of sensitive information, may be monitored in real time by professional journalists, newscasters, and individuals employed by emergency services organizations.

Maddy summaryThis bill removes sales tax on admission fees for comedy shows, including both scripted and unscripted stand-up performances. It applies to theaters, concert halls, and venues like cabarets or establishments that serve food while hosting comedy acts on a designated stage. The change would allow people to pay less for tickets to comedy performances while still paying sales tax on food and merchandise sold at the venue. The exemption takes effect at the start of the next sales tax quarter after the bill becomes law.

Enacts "India's law" under which an incarcerated individual's next of kin shall be notified and allowed visitation by a local correctional facility when such individual is experiencing a serious medical event or demonstrating behavior that is likely to result in serious harm to themselves or others.