Rep. Gary Pretlow

Maddy summaryThis bill extends a provision allowing the City of Yonkers to privately sell its bonds (without public auction) under specific conditions until June 30, 2027. It directly affects Yonkers city finances by permitting the city to arrange private sales of bonds issued on or before that date through negotiated agreements, with compensation handled via fees or discounted sale prices. The extension applies to bonds sold under Section 54.40 of the local finance law, maintaining existing rules for underwriting costs as preliminary expenses. This change simplifies Yonkers' bond financing process for upcoming bond issues.

Maddy summaryThis 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.

Prohibits approved organizations providing coverage under the child health insurance plan from discriminating against health care providers which do not participate in the organization's health care network.

Designates certain entities relating to the decommissioning of Indian Point state agencies for the purposes of MWBE participation including the Indian Point Decommissioning Oversight Board and the Indian Point Closure Task Force.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially declare May 5, 2026, as Police Memorial Day in New York State. The resolution honors police officers who died in the line of duty and acknowledges the 26 officers who lost their lives in 2024. It also recognizes that 54 new names will be added to the state's Police Officers Memorial on that date. Copies of the resolution will be sent to the governor, law enforcement officials, and the families of fallen officers.

Maddy summaryThis bill provides emergency funding to keep state government operations running from April 1, 2026, through May 6, 2026, while waiting for the regular annual budget to be passed. It authorizes the state comptroller to pay salaries for state employees and cover essential operating costs, such as utilities and supplies, during this specific period. The legislation also allocates money to settle liabilities related to contracts and grants approved before and after April 1, as well as funds for employee benefits. These financial measures ensure that state departments and agencies can continue their daily functions without interruption until the full fiscal year budget is enacted.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the state comptroller to provide loans to specific transportation accounts, including those for transit authorities, railroads, and public transportation systems. It also authorizes a transfer of up to $48.85 million from the general fund to the MTA financial assistance fund and mobility tax trust account by March 31, 2027. The legislation is temporary and will automatically end once the official 2026-2027 budget law is passed.

Maddy summaryBill A 11165 provides emergency funding to state government agencies for a short period from April 1, 2026, to May 4, 2026. This money is intended to cover essential expenses such as employee paychecks, operational costs, and approved contracts while the legislature works on passing the full annual budget. The bill authorizes specific dollar amounts for personal services, non-personal state operations, and capital projects to ensure government functions continue without interruption. It applies to all state departments and agencies, including those serving the executive and legislative branches.

Authorizes the South Country central school district, in the county of Suffolk, to issue serial bonds for the purpose of liquidating deficits in its general fund; requires that the district prepare quarterly budget reports, quarterly trial balances; provides for advance aid to such school district (Part A); extends provisions of law relating to directing the state inspector general to appoint an independent monitor for the Orange county industrial development agency for one year (Part B).

Maddy summaryThis bill provides emergency funding for the state government to cover essential expenses from April 1, 2026, through April 30, 2026. It authorizes the comptroller to make payments for employee salaries, benefits, and operational costs for all state departments and agencies during this period. The legislation also allocates specific funds to settle liabilities related to contracts, grants, and capital projects that were approved before or after the start of the fiscal year. This measure serves as a temporary financial bridge until the governor's regular budget bills for the full fiscal year are passed and enacted.