Sen. Sean Ryan

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution commemorates the 100th birthday of Dorothy Bolden, honoring her lifelong advocacy for domestic workers. The bill recognizes her role in founding the National Domestic Workers Union of America and her influence on the creation of the National Domestic Workers Alliance. It formally acknowledges her legacy by pausing legislative proceedings to celebrate her contributions and sending a copy of the resolution to the New York chapter of the organization.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally acknowledges the death of Judge Langston McKinney, a Syracuse City Court judge and U.S. veteran. The text honors his life by detailing his career as a lawyer, his military service, and his judicial work, which included establishing a community treatment court for nonviolent defendants. It also notes his legacy through the naming of McKinney Manor in his honor. The resolution concludes by directing a copy of the document to McKinney's family.

Relates to certifying instructors in small arms practice; provides that after December 31, 2026 individuals certified as an instructor in small arms practice shall seek recertification subject to the standards and curriculum promulgated by the division of criminal justice services.

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 Senate Resolution commends the International Cricket Council for hosting the India versus Pakistan match during the ICC Men's T20 World Cup on June 9, 2024. The bill recognizes the event held at Nassau County International Cricket Stadium as a significant moment in the sport's history and highlights the global popularity of the rivalry between the two teams. It serves as a formal acknowledgment of the organization's efforts to promote cricket and does not alter any laws or policies.

Requires the national instant criminal background check system issue a response before a firearm can be sold or transferred; expands the type of firearms subject to a background check.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes New York veterans who have been inducted into the 2024 Veterans Hall of Fame. It directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to honor these individuals and instructs officials to send copies of the resolution to each inductee. The measure does not create new laws or change policies but serves as a ceremonial tribute to the service of the listed veterans.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes New York veterans who have been inducted into the 2023 Veterans Hall of Fame. It directly affects the specific individuals listed in the text, who are honored for their military service in various branches of the armed forces. The key mechanism is a ceremonial pause in legislative proceedings to salute these veterans, followed by the official transmission of the resolution to each inductee. This measure serves as a symbolic gesture of appreciation rather than establishing new laws or funding.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires individuals taking the bar examination to pay their fees directly into the state attorney licensing fund rather than the general treasury. The legislation updates the state finance law to formally establish this fund under the joint custody of the state comptroller and the commissioner of taxation and finance. All money collected from bar applicants will be used to cover the costs of administering the exam, evaluating candidate fitness, and managing attorney disciplinary programs. The changes take effect immediately upon passage.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the state constitution to require that elections for various municipal and judicial officials occur in even-numbered years rather than odd-numbered ones. The changes specifically affect judges in county courts, surrogate's courts, family courts, and district courts, as well as city and county officers, ensuring their terms end at the conclusion of an even-numbered year. To manage gaps between vacancies and the next election, the bill establishes temporary appointment rules where governors, mayors, or local supervisors can fill positions until the end of December following the upcoming even-year election. Additionally, the legislation clarifies that lieutenant-governors must be elected at the same time as governors and sets specific procedures for filling vacancies in both offices simultaneously.