This bill formally asks Governor Kathy Hochul to declare July 2026 as Culinary Arts Month in New York. The resolution recognizes the skills of professional cooks and chefs by aligning the state's observance with the existing National Culinary Arts Month. It does not change laws or allocate funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to honor the culinary industry. Upon adoption, a copy of the resolution will be sent to the governor's office.
Assembly Resolution 1523 formally recognizes the 100th anniversary of the Fort Orange Stamp Club, a historic Albany organization founded in 1926 that promotes the study and preservation of U.S. postage stamps. The resolution highlights the club's notable members, including former President Franklin D. Roosevelt, and its long-standing membership in the American Philatelic Society. By pausing legislative proceedings to honor the club, the bill directs the transmission of a copy of the resolution to the club's president as a gesture of appreciation for its century of service to philately and postal history.
Authorizes the assessor of the town of Babylon to accept from Christian Congregation of Long Island an application for exemption from real property taxes with respect to the 2023-2024 assessment rolls.
This bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially declare May 2026 as Military Appreciation Month in New York. The resolution recognizes the service of New York residents who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces and their families. It aligns the state observance with the national Military Appreciation Month, which includes several holidays honoring military personnel and veterans. The bill is a commemorative measure that does not create new laws or require any action beyond the governor's proclamation.
This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially recognize May 31, 2026, as "Save Your Hearing Day" in the state. The resolution aims to raise public awareness about hearing loss and encourage people to protect their ear health on that specific date. It does not create new laws or change any existing policies but serves as a symbolic gesture to highlight the importance of hearing care. The document is a formal request to the Governor to issue a proclamation for this observance day.
Requires the department of health to consult with the office of addiction services and supports, the office for the prevention of domestic violence, and the department of veterans' services for purposes of administering the traumatic brain injury program and state policies with respect to traumatic brain injuries; adds the commissioner or executive director of such offices or departments to the traumatic brain injury services coordinating council.
This bill is a commemorative resolution that formally recognizes the 31st Annual Mohawk Valley Ride for Missing Children, an event scheduled for June 5, 2026. It directly honors the Mohawk Valley Ride organization and its volunteers, who raise funds and awareness to support the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children in finding missing children and aiding their families. The resolution does not create new laws or change policies but instead directs the legislature to pause its proceedings to acknowledge the group's efforts and transmit a copy of the resolution to the organization.
This bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially declare December 13, 2026, as Day of the Horse in New York State. The resolution highlights the historical and economic importance of horses, noting their role in early infrastructure and the current $7 billion contribution of the equine industry to the state economy. By adopting this memorial, the legislature intends to recognize the cultural legacy and ongoing value of the horse sector without changing any existing laws or policies.
This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially designate September 2026 as Brain Aneurysm Awareness Month. The resolution aims to increase public knowledge about brain aneurysms, their symptoms, and risk factors such as smoking and high blood pressure. It does not change laws or allocate funding but serves as a formal request for the Governor to issue a proclamation highlighting the importance of early detection and prevention. The measure is currently being processed by the Assembly and, if adopted, will be sent to the Governor for her consideration.
Relates to actions and proceedings seeking an abatement of rent based on violations of the housing maintenance code, applicable housing standards, the building code, or the health code; relates to the number of housing judges assigned to certain actions.
Amends provisions of law governing arbitration proceedings; specifies fees and expenses with regard to employment or consumer arbitration proceedings; directs certain sanctions on a party which breaches an arbitration agreement.
This bill removes a specific section from the public health law that previously addressed individuals who knew they had a venereal disease. By repealing this section, the legislation stops the state from enforcing any rules or penalties related to that specific requirement. The change takes effect immediately and prevents any new legal actions from being started under the old rule.
