Enacts the "Greener Highways Act", requiring alternative fuels to be available for public use along the New York state thruway after November 1, 2029 and providing each recommended alternative fuel at least every one hundred twenty miles on both sides of the thruway; defines "alternative fuel".
This bill enhances enforcement for drivers with repeated license plate violations and unpaid tolls. It stipulates that multiple unpaid liabilities for obscuring license plates will be recorded on an operator's driving record and used for insurance purposes. The bill also allows for a vehicle identification number (VIN) block on vehicles with repeated license plate obscuring convictions or unpaid tolls, preventing registration or renewal until all outstanding charges are settled. Furthermore, it permits denying registration for other vehicles owned by the same individual if there's an intent to bypass these rules.
Requires public schools to follow seizure action plans developed by health care providers of students diagnosed with a seizure disorder; requires schools to provide seizure awareness training to certain employees on the recognition of signs and symptoms of a seizure and the appropriate steps to be taken to respond to such symptoms.
Relates to commissaries and canteens at correctional institutions; provides that items for sale at a commissary or canteen shall be sold for no more than a certain percentage over the purchase price; provides that the department of corrections and community supervisions shall publish on its website the price list for all commissary items for sale at each institution as of June 1, 2026 and on an annual basis thereafter.
This bill requires New York's Department of Public Health to annually report on food security trends using a standardized survey method. It directs the department to include the USDA's six-item food security survey module in its yearly data collection and publish county-level results on its public website. The law replaces the discontinued federal annual food insecurity report, ensuring New York maintains local tracking of food security. This provides policymakers and community organizations with updated, granular data to inform decisions about nutrition assistance programs.
This bill establishes the "expanded pharmaceutical insurance coverage panel" within New York's executive department to broaden access to prescription drug coverage. The panel, composed of state agency leaders (including health, aging, and budget officials), will set cost-sharing rules, develop outreach programs for eligible residents, and report annually on enrollment and program costs. It directly affects elderly and low-income New York residents by expanding access to state and federal prescription drug benefits. The panel will operate without member compensation, focusing on improving coverage efficiency and informing applicants about available benefits.
This bill creates a new licensing category for natural hair care and braiding professionals in New York. It defines "natural hair care" as services using botanical products without chemicals or structural alteration (like straightening), including techniques such as braiding, locking, and weaving. The law establishes an apprenticeship program for this field and explicitly excludes chemical treatments or permanent hair structure changes. It directly affects hair stylists specializing in textured hair, requiring them to meet specific licensing standards for these services.
Establishes a three calendar day waiting period from contact of the New York State National Instant Background Check System (NYS NICS) before a firearm, shotgun or rifle may be delivered to a person; provides exceptions where a person possesses a license to purchase, carry or possess a pistol, revolver, or semiautomatic rifle.
This bill creates the New York Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, an official state agency composed of 11 members appointed by the governor. At least six members must be deaf or hard of hearing (including one fluent in a sign language other than ASL), while the remaining five represent community organizations, experts, or agencies working with this community. The commission will coordinate state services, monitor accessibility programs, provide educational resources, and submit annual reports to the governor and legislature. It directly affects all deaf and hard of hearing New Yorkers, including children, adults, and seniors, by establishing a dedicated body to advocate for their needs and improve service delivery.
Permits structures to remain where the local permitting authority has issued a permit for construction built within a certain erosion hazard area or tidal wetland adjacent area.
Authorizes holders of certain operating certificates for treatment of persons with developmental disabilities to provide behavioral analysis services, so long as the professional providing such services is operating within their scope of practice; authorizes holders of such operating certificates to employ or contract with applied behavior analysts and mental health counselors.
Establishes a comprehensive electric vehicle fast charging station implementation plan; requires the New York state energy and research development authority to further establish a "Fast Charge NY working group" to develop such plan; makes related provisions.
