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• I want to welcome Senator Bynoe, Senator Myrie, Senator Weber, and there's a lot else going on.
• The first bill is Senate Bill 363A by Senator Janaris.
• The second bill is Senate Bill 926 by Senator Kavanaugh.
• The third bill is Senate Bill 1280B. The third bill is Senate Bill 1280B by Senator Kruger.
• The sixth bill is Senate Bill 2517 by Senator ? .

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Summary: The Senate Standing Committee on Consumer Protection met for its second meeting of 2026, with Chair Rachel May noting National Consumer Protection Week and mentioning upcoming consumer fraud outreach and new online fraud-reporting tools from the Attorney General. The committee considered eight bills focused on consumer issues, including junk fees, arbitration transparency, gas stove labeling, retailer biometric tracking notices, credit monitoring services, and youth sports recording rights. Several bills were advanced with little or no opposition. S.363A on clear and conspicuous pricing for mandatory junk fees was reported to first reading. S.926 on arbitration organizations drew support for its transparency goals, but Senator Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick raised concerns about confidentiality and a private right of action; it was still moved forward. S.1280B on gas stove health-risk labeling also advanced despite opposition from Senators Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick and Weber. S.2539A, requiring retailers to warn customers about electronic tracking and biometric data collection, was supported by Senator Myrie, who described it as a notice-only measure. The committee also advanced S.3078 on credit monitoring services and S.2517, though the transcript of the discussion on S.2517 was largely garbled. Chair May’s S.8666, which would prevent youth sports operators from barring parents from taking in-person photos or recordings of their children, prompted concerns from Senator Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick about privacy, liability, and recordings by other parents; the chair responded that the bill includes limits for safety, court orders, privacy protections, and restricted areas. The meeting concluded after the bills were moved and voted on, with several reported to first reading or to another committee.

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• >> Yes, Senator Matthews. >> Yes, Senator Matthews.
• Senator Grun, you're coming from. Senator Grun, >> Senator<00:19:38.640> Grunhagen.
• >> Senator Grunhagen. >> Senator Grunhagen.
• >> I do know that, Senator. >> I do know that, Senator.
• Senator Grunhagen. Senator Mchuan. Senator Grunhagen.

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• Because Senator Nelson is next. >> All right, Senator Jasinski and then Senator Nelson. >> Sorry, Senator
• Uh Senator uh Senator Jazinski. >> Uh thank you, Madam Chair and thank you Senator Nelson.
• Uh thank Senator uh Senator Jazinski.
• Senator Senator Jazinski? Senator Senator Jazinski?
• Senator Nelson. >> Okay. Senator Nelson.

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• >> Senator<00:20:48.720> Edi, >> Senator Edi, >> Senator Edi, >> thank
• >> Senator, >> Senator, >> Senator, >> thank<00:21:50.320> you<00:21:50.480
• if<00:43:13.280> you way to govern. and Senator Man, if you way to govern. and Senator Man
• So anyway, thanks. >> Senator Mann >> Senator Mann >> Thank you, Madam Chair.
• >> Senator, >> Senator, >> Senator, >> thank<01:46:38.960> you,<01:46:

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• Senator Putnam.
• Senator Dibble said he could speculate, and Senator Drazkowski joked that Senator Drazkowski speculates
• Senator Dibble said he could speculate, and Senator Drazkowski joked that Senator Drazkowski speculates
• Um Senator<01:32:49.360> Tuscowski. Senator Tuscowski. Senator Tuscowski.
• Um Senator Dibble. quorum. Um Senator Dibble.

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• Um, Senator Kunesh's Senate File 3611 and Senator Mann's Senate File 3803.
• Balden. >> I. >> Senator Coleman. >> I. >> Senator Duckworth. >> Senator Hoschild. >> I. >> Senator
• Senate File 3611. Senate File 3611.
• > Senator<01:42:34.880> Kunish's Like Senate File 3611, Senator Kunish's Like Senate File
• Coleman, no. >> Senator Duckworth. >> Senator Hauschild. >> Senator Kunesh-Podein, I. >> Senator Mann

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• Senator<00:57:52.079> Pot. Senator Pot. Senator Pot.
• Senator<01:26:03.600> Pratt. Senator Pratt. Senator Pratt.
• Senator Pha.
• What' you say, Senator<01:34:03.679> M? Senator M? Senator M?
• >> uh, Senator Nelson. >> uh, Senator Nelson.

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• >> Senator<00:14:10.000> Gerson, >> Senator Gerson, >> Senator Gerson, >&
• >> Senator<00:15:20.000> Dames. >> Senator Dames. >> Senator Dames.
• Senator Westerm, >> Thank you, Senator.
• >> Senator<01:23:25.760> Kunish. >> Senator Kunish. >> Senator Kunish.
• Senator >> Thank you, Senator Wester.

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• support of Senate File 3684. support of Senate File 3684.
• Members, any senator? Senator Clark?
• >> Senator Clark. >> Senator Clark.
• Senator Holstrom. >> All right. Senator Holstrom.
• >> Senator<01:52:02.239> Kunes. >> Senator Kunes. >> Senator Kunes.

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• Joint resolution condemning the Russian Federation's military and political actions in Ukraine. >> Senator
• And so this resolution first resolved by the Senate and the House General Assembly condemns the Russian
• As part of this research, the original presenter, the original introducer of this resolution, Senator
• The original presenter, the original introducer of this resolution, Senator from Chitten Central, spent
• The ayes have it, and we've adopted the resolution. >> Senator from Chitten Central. >> I would ask at

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• Senator of the First District, Senator Gaetz, you are recognized. Senator Gaetz: Thank you, Mr.
• Senator Bracey Davis: Senators, the First Gentleman of Senate District 15 is here.
• Senator Rouson: Senate Bill 198.
• Senator Burgess in debate. Senator Burgess: I want to thank Senator Smith.
• President: Senator Yarborough in debate. Senator Yarborough: Senator, ditto.

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• Clerk: Senator Gaetz. Senator Bernard. Senator Hooper. Clerk: Senator Jones. Senator Mayfield.
• Senator Avila, you are recognized. Senator Avila: Thank you, Chair and Senators.
• that were in Senator Simon's bill, Senate Bill 250.
• Clerk: Senator Bernard. Senator Hooper. Senator Jones. Clerk: Senator Rouson. Senator Gaetz.
• Senator Bernard. Senator Jones. Senator Mayfield. Senator Passidomo. Senator Rouson. Senator Avila.

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• Senator Calatayud: Here. Clerk: Senator Gaetz. Senator Gaetz: Here. Clerk: Senator Jones.
• Senator Jones: Here. Clerk: Senator Massullo. Senator Massullo: Here. Clerk: Senator Osgood.
• Senator Osgood: Here. Clerk: Senator Simon. Senator Simon: Here. Clerk: Senator Yarborough.
• Clerk: Senator Bradley. Senator Calatayud. Senator Gaetz. Clerk: Senator Jones. Senator Massullo.
• Clerk: Senator Bradley. Senator Calatayud. Senator Gaetz. Senator Jones. Senator Massullo.

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• Senator Brodeur: Here. Senator Burton: Here. Senator Garcia: Here. Senator Harrell: Here.
• Senator Brodeur. Senator Burton. Senator Garcia. Senator Harrell. Senator Rodriguez.
• Clerk: Senator Brodeur. Senator Burton. Senator Garcia. Senator Harrell. Senator Rodriguez.
• Robin: Senator Brodeur. Senator Burton. Senator Garcia. Senator Harrell. Senator Rodriguez.
• Clerk: Senator Brodeur. Senator Burton. Senator Harrell. Senator Garcia. Senator Rodriguez.

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• We have Senator Mark Walczyk, Senator Michelle Hinchey, Senator Kristen Gonzalez, Senator Christopher
• Ryan, and Senator Rachel May.
• We have Senator Walczyk. We have Senator Hinchey, Senator Gonzalez, Senator Ryan, and Senator May.
• Senator May.
• It's on Senator Bann.

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Summary: The Senate Standing Committee on Energy and Telecommunications, chaired by Senator Kevin Parker, considered a lengthy agenda of energy- and utility-related bills. The committee discussed measures on utility outage penalties for combination utilities, a NYSERDA-backed electric landscaping rebate program, stronger utility storm response compliance, a study on utility reporting of late payments to credit agencies, a used zero-emission vehicle rebate program, alternative fuels along the New York State Thruway, a property tax exemption for energy-related utility real property, a NYSERDA pilot microgrid at Glenwood Houses, a prohibition on PSC approval of certain utility rate increases, a sustainable aviation fuel tax credit, a usage monitoring program, and a bill on denial of increased utility rates and charges. Several bills prompted questions about who would pay for the programs or penalties, with sponsors and staff repeatedly stating that fines would be paid by utilities and that many programs would be funded through NYSERDA or existing appropriations, though members raised concerns about whether ratepayer funds or system benefits charges could be used. The electric landscaping rebate bill drew extended debate over whether its equipment definitions could allow companies to use battery equipment charged by generators, while the microgrid pilot and used EV rebate bills were defended as investments to improve reliability, lower peak costs, and build a secondary EV market. Senator May spoke in support of the Glenwood Houses microgrid and the related investment rationale. Most bills were advanced after motions and votes, often with some no votes or without-recommendation votes. The committee reported several measures to third reading, including the utility outage penalties bill, the utility storm response bill, the utility rate increase restriction bill, the usage monitoring program, and the denial of increased utility rates and charges bill. Other bills were advanced to the Finance Committee, Budget and Revenue Committee, or Local Government Committee, including the electric landscaping rebate program, the used EV rebate program, the alternative fuels bill, the tax exemption bill, the Glenwood Houses microgrid pilot, and the sustainable aviation fuel tax credit.

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• Okay, first bill on the agenda, Senate Print 205 by Senator Martinez.
• Next is Senate Print 362 by Senator Janaris.
• We have been joined by Senator Salazar [member_7073]. Next is Senate Print 630 by Senator Stubisky.
• Next is Senate Print 1285A. Next is Senate Print 1285A by Senator Persaud.
• Senator Murray in the negative, the bill is reported. Next is Senate Print 3909 by Senator Parker.

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Summary: The Senate Standing Committee on Codes met with Chair Senator Zellnor Myrie presiding and noted that several majority members were absent due to blizzard-related travel disruptions, though quorum was established through submitted votes. The committee took up a series of bills, mostly criminal justice and public safety measures, including Senate Prints 205, 362, 490, 630, 1192, 1285A, 2491, 3909, 4757, and 6121. Senator Murray participated in moving bills while making clear that his seconding did not necessarily indicate support, and Senator Salazar joined partway through the meeting. Several bills drew discussion or opposition. Senator Murray strongly opposed Senate Print 362, warning that its added waiting period for firearm-related approval could endanger people seeking protection from domestic violence or stalking. On Senate Print 490, counsel and members discussed whether the bill’s language required an additional incident after age 13, and Murray ultimately voted without recommendation pending clarification. Senate Print 2491, addressing peremptory challenges, was described as important because of the racial history of such challenges, though Murray voted in the negative. Senate Print 3909, the Phoenix Act relating to domestic violence responses, also drew criticism from Murray over language he viewed as overly racial and political, though the committee advanced it. The committee also highlighted support for Senate Print 4757, which would codify the SNUG violence-prevention program in law; members praised its success in communities and noted it would reduce reliance on annual budget negotiations. Actions taken included reporting several bills, referring Senate Print 1192 and 4757 to finance, and reporting Senate Print 6121 with Senator Murray recorded without recommendation. The meeting concluded after all agenda items were addressed.

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• Uh, Senator, thank you Mr. Chair.
• Senator Uma questions from members? Senator Uma Reban. Reban. Reban.
• >> Senator<00:25:32.159> Morain. >> Senator Morain.
• >> Senator<00:40:30.560> Clark, >> Senator Clark, >> Senator Clark, >>
• Uh Senator >> Uh thank you, uh Mr. Chair. Uh Senator Clark,<00:40:58.560> yes.

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• If not, Senator Gabbard on GM 684. Chair Rhoads. Vice Chair Gabbard, I, Senator Chang.
• Senator San Buenaventura excused.
• If not, Senator Questions or concerns?
• Vice Chair Lords I senator Chang. >> Hi. Vice Chair Lords I senator Chang. >> Hi.
• >> Senator<00:00:56.320> Sanura >> Senator Sanura >> Senator Sanura excused.

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Summary: The committee took up Governor’s Message 684, which concerned the confirmation of Stephanie R. Schar as circuit court judge for the Circuit Court of the Fifth Circuit, Kauaʻi, for a 10-year term. The chair noted the item was for decision-making only and recommended consent to the appointment. No questions or concerns were raised during discussion. A roll call vote was taken, and the measure was adopted unanimously by the members present. Senator San Buenaventura was excused. Following adoption, the chair congratulated Judge Schar and noted the nomination would move to the floor.

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• Thank you, Senator Parker. Senator Tedisco on the resolution. Thank you so much, Mr.
• Thank you, Senator Comrie. Senator Fahy on the resolution. Thank you, Madam President.
• Thank you, Senator Fahy. Senator Parker on the resolution. That, thank you, Madam President.
• >> THANK YOU, SENATOR FAHY. SENATOR PARKER ON THE RESOLUTION.
• THE RESOLUTION IS ADOPTED. SENATOR GIANARIS.

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Summary: The Senate convened, approved the prior Journal, and began with ceremonial recognitions before moving to legislative business. Members honored the Schenectady Belmont Pop Warner football team for winning the Eastern Regional Championship and being a top-ranked national team, with Senators Parker and Tedisco praising the players, coaches, and volunteers. The chamber then adopted Senate Resolution 1636, mourning the death of Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson and recognizing his lifetime of civil rights, labor, voting rights, and social justice advocacy. Multiple senators spoke in support, reflecting on his influence on politics, the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition, and the message that “I am somebody.” After the resolution, the Senate took up the calendar and passed a series of bills, largely focused on health care, insurance, and public health. These included measures on municipal law, mental hygiene, correction law, executive law, and several insurance and public health bills addressing prescription drug pricing, pharmacy benefit managers, rebates, and anti-competitive drug practices. Senators Myrie, Borrello, Jackson, Fernandez, and others explained votes in support of transparency, patient access, and lowering drug costs; some members noted concerns about pharmacy deserts and corporate consolidation. Most bills passed with broad margins, though a few drew more opposition, including Calendar 304 on anti-competitive drug agreements. On Calendar 289, an amendment concerning domestic violence was ruled non-germane by the chair. Senator Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick appealed, arguing the amendment would create a public registry for persistent domestic violence offenders to help protect potential victims. The Senate voted on the appeal, the ruling of the chair stood, and the bill was then restored to the non-controversial calendar and passed. The Senate then completed the calendar, had no further business, and adjourned until Wednesday, February 25 at 3:00 p.m.

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• I am New York State Senator Pete Harckham.
• Welcome to the Senate Standing Committee on Environmental Conservation.
• We're joined by Senator May and Senator Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick.
• We have been joined by our ranking member, Senator Stec. Welcome.
• Yes, we're thrilled to see Senator Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick here.

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Summary: The Senate Standing Committee on Environmental Conservation met with a quorum via voting sheets and considered a 12-bill agenda focused on water quality, stormwater reporting, algal bloom prevention, safe drinking water infrastructure, coastal and marine protection, housing and land-use, animal welfare, and solar access. Chair Pete Harckham noted several members were delayed by weather and other committee meetings, and welcomed participating senators and staff. Most bills were described as measures the committee had seen before, with little debate beyond motions and seconds. Bills approved included Harckham’s stormwater expenditure report bill (S.1609), a municipal water-quality assistance bill for lake associations (S.1733), the harmful algal bloom monitoring and prevention act (S.1833A), the safe water and infrastructure action program (S.1850A), the Whale Awareness Act (S.2292B), inland waterways additions for waterfront revitalization (S.2646), the Sustainable Affordable Housing and Sprawl Prevention Act (S.3492A), a bill on traveling animal acts (S.3629A), the Big Five African Trophies Act (S.5014), marine and coastal debris prevention (S.6307), and whale strike protection policies for large vessels (S.7718A). The solar bill (S.6570A), the Solar for Affordable Power Act, was also approved by the committee but was referred to the Energy Committee rather than advanced on the environmental conservation calendar. Several measures were referred to the Finance Committee, including the stormwater report bill, the lake association water-quality bill, the harmful algal bloom bill, and the safe water and infrastructure bill. Other bills were advanced to the calendar, and the meeting concluded without recorded opposition on most items, aside from a few members voting without recommendation on some bills.