Maddy summaryThis bill amends state laws to prevent public and private construction owners from withholding payment for building materials that have already been delivered, accepted, and meet quality standards. Under the new rules, owners must pay in full for these specific materials, which are defined as those covered by a manufacturer's warranty or graded to industry standards, rather than keeping them back as part of a general progress payment holdback. The legislation also clarifies that contractors cannot use the lack of full payment from an owner as an excuse to delay paying their own subcontractors and suppliers. Additionally, the bill mandates that contractors pay subcontractors within seven days of receiving funds from the owner and imposes interest charges if this deadline is missed.
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Requires the principal of any high school to allow any local trade union, upon request, to enter the school for the purpose of trade union recruitment, including, but not limited to: making presentations; disseminating literature; and answering questions by students.
Clarifies the application of standardized testing requirements to the general education development exam by explicitly including it in the definition of "standardized test" and "test".
Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally honors Chief Digin Patel for his 14 years of service to the New Hyde Park Fire Department. It recognizes his career progression from a volunteer firefighter to the department's Chief between 2019 and 2023. The resolution directs the state legislature to pause its proceedings briefly to acknowledge his contributions and authorizes sending a copy of the document to him.
Maddy summaryThis bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially declare June 2024 as Dairy Month in New York. It aims to honor the dairy industry and acknowledge the work of the state's dairy farmers, who are a significant part of New York's agricultural sector. The resolution highlights the economic importance of dairy farming and the nutritional benefits of dairy products for the public.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes the 10th anniversary of the Town of Mineola's Portugal Day Parade. It expresses appreciation for the event and the New York Portuguese American Leadership Council, which helps organize and promote Portuguese culture in the community. The resolution does not create new laws or change policies but serves to honor the parade and its organizers. A copy of the resolution will be sent to the Town of Mineola to acknowledge the celebration.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally congratulates Matthew Milewski on earning the Eagle Scout rank, the highest honor in the Boy Scouts of America. It recognizes his specific achievements within Troop 71 in Plandome, New York, and notes that the ceremony celebrating this milestone will take place on June 16, 2024. The resolution does not change any laws or policies but serves to publicly acknowledge Milewski's accomplishment and transmit a copy of the document to him.
Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution congratulates Tanner Williams, a resident of Plandome, New York, on earning the Eagle Scout rank, the highest honor in the Boy Scouts of America. The bill formally recognizes his achievement and directs that a copy of the resolution be sent to him as a gesture of appreciation. It does not create any new laws or change existing policies but serves solely to honor his personal accomplishment within the community.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution honoring the memory of Alfred Robert Mosiello, Jr., a police officer who passed away in May 2024. It formally records the Legislative Body's condolences and pauses its proceedings to mourn his death. The document details his life as a family man, law enforcement officer, and community member, and directs a copy of the resolution to his family.
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.