New York State Legislation

Med spas would be inspected regularly without notice and must post $1 million bonds. The changes aim to boost safety for customers and oversight by state agencies.

If passed, election officials could not be treasurers or control a committee for a candidate they oversee. It would reduce conflicts of interest.

The bill would remove rent-increase protections for certain resident-owned manufactured home parks. Only communities meeting ownership, governance, and cost rules would qualify.

This bill would honor a veteran and send a formal commendation. It does not create new costs or change services.

A Senate resolution recognizes Korean War veteran Milton B. Baker with a Liberty Medal commendation.

A Senate resolution recognizes Richard Henry Wolfe’s Navy service and community involvement with a posthumous Liberty Medal.

Designates a state commemorative day called 9 to 5 Day. It does not require observation or actions by residents, schools, or employers.

The bill would apply New York interest limits to some consumer loans and give state officials new enforcement tools.

The bill would limit school devices by grade and require caregiver opt-in, with more non-digital options and stricter rules for educational technology.

It would make it a new felony to supply a controlled substance if someone dies as a result. The change could affect dealers, suppliers, and prosecutions.

It lets witnesses sign a will after the person dies, within 30 days. The timing can be challenged with evidence.

The bill orders new postpartum mental health screening rules and guidance. It helps providers share information and connects families to support and social resources.

It would bar commercial destruction of certain old or small run books. Violators could face fines, injunctions, and penalties.

It could let judges consider bail when a child is allegedly harmed. It does not change penalties or create new crimes.

The bill makes the Medicaid fraud hotline official and requires credible tips to be shared with prosecutors. It also requires annual reporting of tips and outcomes.

A new board would award rewards for tips that help close Medicaid fraud cases and lead to convictions, funded from recovered Medicaid money.

Local governments may form teams to share confidential information to connect homeless people with housing and services. Participation is voluntary and privacy safeguards apply.