Sen. Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick

Maddy summaryThis bill (S 1390) requires consecutive sentencing for defendants convicted of multiple qualifying sex crimes. It directly affects individuals sentenced for two or more counts of specific sex offenses listed in New York’s penal law, including crimes under Article 263 and sections 130.75, 130.80, 130.95, and 130.96. The law changes sentencing rules by mandating that these sentences run one after another (consecutively), rather than simultaneously (concurrently), for the specified offenses. This applies to both current convictions and prior felony sex crime convictions under these sections.

Maddy summaryS 3471 creates tax credits for New York employers who provide or sponsor on-site or nearby child care facilities. It offers a 10% credit (up to $10,000) on eligible operating costs and a 20% credit (up to $20,000) for qualified facility construction or improvements. The bill requires facilities to be licensed, serve primarily employees' children (excluding households earning over $200,000 annually), and comply with specific reporting rules. These credits apply to business franchise, personal income, and insurance franchise taxes under New York law.

Repeals congestion pricing (Part A); directs the metropolitan transportation authority to contract with a certified public accounting firm for the provision of an independent, comprehensive, forensic audit of the authority (Part B).

Authorizes local governments to opt out of mandates and benchmarks arising under the climate leadership and community protection act and associated universal electrification requirements by filing a resolution with the department of environmental conservation.

Establishes the "first-time homebuyer tax credit act"; provides that a qualified taxpayer shall be allowed a credit against the taxes imposed by this article for taxes levied on the taxpayer's primary residence by or on behalf of any county, city, town, village, or school district in which such property is located.

Requires health care providers facilitate a screening for maternal depression, unless refused by the birth mother, within the first six weeks of birth and that such screening be covered by insurance.

Prohibits persons whose income is greater than one hundred twenty-five percent of the area median income from occupying certain housing accommodations.

Authorizes former full-time police officers with the New York city police department to be eligible to take the competitive civil service examination for the position of police officer and contingent on their score, to be placed on the eligible list for appointment as a full-time police officer for the city of New York.

Maddy summaryS 5261 increases the maximum amount of the child and dependent care tax credit for families with children or other dependents to keep pace with rising childcare costs. Starting in 2025, the credit caps rise to $7,500 for three dependents (up to $9,000 for five or more), and for 2026, the limits adjust further (e.g., $18,000 for five or more dependents). The bill updates annual dollar limits based on the number of qualifying individuals, ensuring the credit reflects current expenses. It directly affects taxpayers claiming this credit on their federal tax returns.

Maddy summaryS 503 allows courts to admit evidence of a defendant’s prior sexual offenses in current sexual offense cases, provided the evidence is relevant to issues like motive, intent, or a common pattern. The court must first determine that the evidence’s value outweighs its potential to unfairly prejudice the defendant. Prosecutors must disclose such evidence to the defense at least 15 days before trial, including witness details or testimony summaries. This bill applies to all pending cases after its effective date, aligning with federal evidence standards for similar crimes.