Establishes the mechanical insulation energy savings program to provide grants for qualified mechanical insulation expenditures to school districts, public hospitals, public housing buildings, and political subdivisions that have completed a qualified audit.
Provides eligibility for a property tax exemption for enrolled members of a volunteer ocean rescue squad in certain municipalities upon the adoption of a local law, ordinance or resolution.
Provides that state-funded SUNY programs shall be reimbursed at no less than 26% of the direct costs; allows state agencies to fund SUNY programs where such state agencies determine that such program would produce administrative efficiencies or cost savings.
Provides that where a person who meets the requirements for an enhanced exemption for property owned by senior citizens purchases real property after the levy of taxes, such person may file an application for exemption to the assessor within thirty days of the transfer of title to such person for such exemption.
Extends the effectiveness of certain provisions relating to the authority of the village of Plandome Manor to enter into contracts to sell delinquent tax liens or to pledge such liens as collateral for a loan.
Creates the child care professionals loan forgiveness incentive program for applicants who agree to engage in employment in the child care field; establishes the eligibility for such awards; establishes the amount and duration of such awards.
This bill establishes a state program to provide disaster relief loans and grants to small businesses affected by declared emergencies. It directly affects small businesses (defined as having 50 or fewer employees) that were operational during a state or local emergency declared by the governor or county chief executive. The program covers qualified losses including physical damage, inventory loss (like spoiled goods), and revenue loss due to the emergency, with loans capped at $25,000 per business. Applications must be submitted within 30 days after the emergency ends, and agencies must use uniform criteria to evaluate applicants based on pre-emergency financial health and job retention plans.
This bill creates a New York City pilot program providing "baby bonds" (investment accounts) to foster youth aged 8-18 from low-income households with limited family support. It allocates $10.5 million for initial deposits ($1,000-$10,000 based on age group), $100 monthly deposits until age 25, and annual funding for financial counseling and program management. Participants can access funds at 25 for education, housing, or business development, with unused funds converting to retirement accounts by age 40. The program requires annual reporting on participants' academic and mental health outcomes.
This bill increases civil penalties for employers violating New York's child labor laws. Penalties rise to up to $3,000 for a first violation, $5,000 for a second, and $10,000 for third or subsequent violations. Crucially, if a minor is seriously injured (defined as permanent disability) or dies due to a violation, penalties triple to up to $30,000. The law directly affects employers who break child labor rules, with penalties paid to the state treasury.
Relates to the funding of certain CUNY programs by the state including the city university of New York's accelerated study in associate programs (ASAP) and the accelerate, complete, engage (ACE) program; provides state shall pay until both programs are fully funded.
