Sen. Patrick Gallivan

Maddy summaryBill S 4589 modifies how Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) are reimbursed for their operating costs. Beginning in April 2025, and every three years thereafter, the department will analyze actual FQHC costs over the prior five years, considering factors like services provided, staffing, and technology. Based on this analysis, the department will develop and issue updated payment rates, removing existing payment ceilings or caps. The bill ensures that no FQHC will receive a lower operating cost component or overall payment rate than what was applied before September 30, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires that any new or amended legislation affecting utility service costs (like electricity or gas) must include a fiscal note. The note must estimate the annual cost impact on utility customers and identify the source of that estimate. It applies to all bills changing how much customers pay for utility services, ensuring lawmakers and the public see cost projections before voting. The requirement takes effect immediately upon passage.

Maddy summaryS 523 requires New York school districts to be reimbursed for actual costs incurred when conducting studies mandated by the education department to approve reorganization (such as mergers, consolidations, or annexations). It directly affects school districts undergoing reorganization that are eligible for state aid under existing law. The bill establishes a reimbursement mechanism for these study expenses, contingent on the state making a specific budget appropriation for this purpose. If no appropriation is made by the effective date, the law delays implementation until funds are secured, with formal notifications required to track this process.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution honors Saint Patrick and all persons of Irish descent on the occasion of Saint Patrick's Day on March 17, 2026, while also directing the Governor to proclaim March 2026 as Irish American Heritage Month in New York. The bill recognizes the historical contributions of Irish Americans to the state and nation through public service, military service, and cultural achievements, and acknowledges the traditions associated with the celebration. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a commemorative measure to recognize heritage and encourage the Governor to issue an official proclamation. Copies of the resolution will be sent to the Governor, the Archbishop of New York, and officials associated with the New York City Saint Patrick's Day Parade.

Requires fiscal notes to be included on any bill which imposes a new mandated insurance benefit or service; expands an existing mandated insurance benefit or service, or adds, expands or requires coverage of any benefit or service under the Medicaid fee-for-service program; requires such fiscal notes to include an actuarial analysis of the potential impact on insurance premiums as a result of such new or expanded mandated insurance benefit or service.

Provides that certain persons shall not be deemed a distributor for certain sales of premium cigars; provides that the tax on premium cigars shall be at the rate of seventy-five percent of the wholesale price or fifty cents, whichever is less, and is intended to be imposed only once upon the sale of any premium cigars; defines "premium cigar".

Maddy summaryS 8607 repeals Section 75-0109 of the Environmental Conservation Law, which previously required the development of regulations to achieve statewide greenhouse gas emissions reductions. This repeal removes a specific legal mandate for creating emissions-reduction regulations, directly affecting the state's regulatory framework for climate policy. The bill takes immediate effect upon enactment, eliminating the requirement without establishing new provisions or altering emissions targets.

Exempts railroad rolling stock from sales and compensating use taxes; defines "railroad rolling stock" as a device, which is used exclusively upon stationary rails or tracks to transport goods, commodities, or equipment, including, but not limited to, flat cars, box cars, gondolas, hopper cars, or other freight railroad cars.

Requires instruction in arts and music education to be incorporated into curriculums for all public school students; requires school districts to ensure that appropriately certified teachers are providing such education; authorizes rules and regulations consistent with such provisions.

Maddy summaryThis bill (S 636) adds a sales tax exemption for school buses and their operational items, directly affecting school districts and bus operators. It removes sales tax on school buses (as defined in vehicle law), plus parts, equipment, lubricants, and fuel used to operate them. The exemption takes effect on April 1, 2026, and requires tax law updates to implement. School districts will save on these purchases starting in 2026.