Establishes a 10 day waiting period for the purchase of any firearm; establishes violations of such provisions shall constitute a class A misdemeanor.
Maddy summaryThis bill changes how schools in New York must handle records of alleged misconduct that don't result in criminal convictions. It requires schools to erase most such records after five years from the report date, unless they involve specific serious cases covered under New York's criminal procedure law (related to certain sexual offenses) or civil procedure rules. Schools must keep those specific records until the legal statute of limitations expires. The bill directly affects school districts and their record-keeping practices for misconduct allegations.
Excepts violations pertaining to mufflers and exhaust systems for cars, motorcycle exhaust devices without internal baffles and motorcycle exhaust devices that are intentionally designed to allow for the internal baffling to be fully or partially removed or interchangeable from having a summons not issued or having a summons dismissed if the violation is corrected.
Enacts the "New York fundamental artificial intelligence requirements in (FAIR) news act"; provides transparency requirements for news media content composed, authored, or otherwise created through generative AI.
Excludes the amount of state and local taxes and fees from the amount on which an interchange fee is charged for that electronic payment transaction by a credit or debit card network; prohibits a payment card network from altering or manipulating the computation and imposition of interchange fees.
Requires the court to consider a child's health and safety when making a decision regarding child custody and visitation; directs the court to review certain information as it relates to allegations of child abuse, domestic violence and child safety.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally congratulates Cardinal Timothy Dolan on the 50th anniversary of his ordination as a priest. It recognizes his long history of service, including his leadership of the Archdiocese of New York and his participation in the recent papal election. The resolution expresses the legislative body's appreciation for his contributions to the community and directs that a copy of the text be sent to him.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that officially designates May 2026 as Jewish American Heritage Month throughout New York State. It aims to honor the historical contributions of Jewish Americans to the state's culture, civil rights, and economy while acknowledging the ongoing challenges of antisemitism. The resolution does not change laws or allocate funding but serves as a formal declaration to recognize and celebrate Jewish heritage. Once adopted by the legislature, the text is sent to the Governor for official acknowledgment.
Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life and public service of Carl L. Marcellino, a former New York State Senator and community leader from Syosset. The document formally acknowledges his career achievements, including his work as an educator, town clerk, and legislator who championed environmental laws and education funding. It concludes by directing the legislative body to pause its proceedings to mourn his passing and instructs that a copy of the resolution be sent to his family.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally acknowledges the death of Susan Wright, a respected community member from Harlem. The measure directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to honor her life and requests that a copy of the resolution be sent to her family. It does not create new laws or alter government operations, but rather serves as a ceremonial tribute to her contributions to the Harlem community and her role as a public servant.
