Relates to reviews by the authorities budget office; grants the authorities budget office the authority to commence an action or special proceeding to annul the corporate existence or dissolve a corporation that has acted beyond its capacity or power; makes related provisions.
Enacts the "city of Buffalo historic preservation receivership act"; provides the city of Buffalo specific procedures for the appointment of a receiver of rents in instances where the property at issue is neglected or abandoned.
Maddy summaryThis resolution requests Governor Hochul to proclaim May 2025 as Lupus Awareness Month in New York. It recognizes the impact of lupus on approximately 105,400 New Yorkers and seeks to increase public awareness of this chronic autoimmune disease, which disproportionately affects women and certain ethnic groups. The resolution does not create new laws or allocate funding but formally urges the Governor to support awareness efforts. It was adopted by the legislature on February 25, 2025.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution 346 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Dr. Pablo Ulloa for his advocacy on behalf of Dominican Americans in New York. It recognizes his work as the Ombudsman of the Dominican Republic, his professional background with international organizations like the Inter-American Development Bank, and his efforts supporting the Dominican diaspora community. The resolution, adopted by the Senate, formally acknowledges his contributions to advancing equity, healthcare access, and social services for underserved populations. A copy of the resolution will be sent to Dr. Ulloa as a gesture of recognition.
Maddy summaryThis resolution memorializes Governor Hochul to officially proclaim March 3-7, 2025, as School Breakfast Week in New York State. It does not create new laws or change funding but formally recognizes the importance of school breakfast programs through a ceremonial observance. The resolution highlights existing state efforts like the Breakfast After the Bell program and Community Eligibility Provision, which help provide free breakfasts to over 876,000 students annually. It serves as a symbolic gesture to raise awareness about school nutrition, not a policy change.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 380 asks Governor Hochul to declare February 15-22, 2025, as FFA Week in New York. It is a symbolic resolution honoring the National FFA Organization (Future Farmers of America), which supports agricultural education and student leadership development. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but formally requests the Governor issue a proclamation to recognize FFA's role in promoting agricultural literacy and career readiness for students. This resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 25, 2025.
Maddy summaryThis bill grants reserve deputies in Erie County's sheriff's office official "peace officer" status under New York law. It directly affects these reserve deputies by expanding their legal authority to perform certain law enforcement duties. The key provision clarifies that this status does not automatically permit carrying or possessing firearms without the required separate license under penal law. The bill amends the criminal procedure law to include this specific provision for Erie County's reserve deputies.
Maddy summaryThis bill increases tax credits for individuals installing geothermal energy systems. It allows a 25% credit on qualified expenses, raising the annual cap to $5,000 for systems installed before June 30, 2025, and $10,000 for systems installed on or after July 1, 2025. Additionally, it makes excess credits refundable for low-to-moderate income taxpayers or those in designated disadvantaged communities starting in 2026, treating unused credits as tax overpayments. The credit can also be carried forward for up to five years if it exceeds annual tax liability.
Imposes certain restrictions on catalytic converters; requires all vehicle catalytic converters to be indelibly marked or engraved with a readily observable vehicle serial number; provides a reduction in premium charges for certain motor vehicle liability, comprehensive and collision insurance rates with respect to automobiles equipped with a catalytic converter which contains the vehicle identification number of the vehicle.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution 316 honors Mary E. Rainey, a Peekskill community leader who died on January 3, 2025, for her 40-year career at the Westchester Community Action Program, including her work with youth through the Youth Employment Program. The resolution recognizes her dedication to community welfare, civic service, and leadership at the Kiley Center. It directs that a copy be transmitted to her family as a formal tribute. This is a commemorative resolution with no policy impact or affected parties beyond honoring her legacy.
