Bills by

Peter Lawrence

Assembly Member

422 bills sponsored or co-sponsoredProfile and scorecard →

2017-2018 session

All bills

422 bills. Ordered by the date of each bill’s latest official action: referral, amendment, floor vote, passage or signature.

Impact is how much a bill would change if enacted, from 1 (minimal) to 10 (transformational). Passage is our estimate of the chance it becomes law this session. How we score

A9805Assembly· Vetoed Dec 28, 2018· Tabled
Protect Drivers from Toll Fees
This bill creates the "Toll Payer Protection Act," establishing rules, penalties, and protections for toll collection, especially for cashless tolling.
Thomas AbinantiVetoed
Impact 7 · Significant·Vetoed
Impact7/10Significant
OutcomeVetoed
A10070Assembly· Vetoed Dec 7, 2018· Tabled
Study River District Tax Fairness
This bill requires the Hudson River Black River Regulating District to study and standardize how it determines tax apportionments.

A9950Assembly· Signed Dec 7, 2018· Signed chap.366

Allow Nurse Newborn Care Orders

This bill allows hospitals to establish standing orders for nurses to provide care to healthy newborns until discharge, under certain conditions and oversight.

Richard GottfriedSigned by Governor

Impact 4 · Low·Signed into law

Impact4/10Low

OutcomeSigned into law

A8485Assembly· Signed Dec 7, 2018· Approval memo.6

Expand Child Abuse Protections

This bill expands and strengthens reporting, training, and procedures for addressing child abuse in all New York educational settings, including private schools and contracted transportation services.

Catherine NolanSigned by Governor

Impact 7 · Significant·Signed into law

Impact7/10Significant

OutcomeSigned into law

A8411Assembly· Vetoed Dec 7, 2018· Tabled

Retroactive Pension for Maltese

This bill grants Joseph J. Maltese retroactive Tier 1 membership in the New York State and Local Employees' Retirement System.

Ron Castorina Jr.Vetoed

Impact 3 · Low·Vetoed

Impact3/10Low

OutcomeVetoed

A8110Assembly· Signed Dec 7, 2018· Approval memo.10

Extend Aid for Displaced Students

This bill allows students forced to transfer due to a permanent college closure to receive two additional semesters of tuition assistance.

Jo Anne SimonSigned by Governor

Impact 5 · Moderate·Signed into law

Impact5/10Moderate

OutcomeSigned into law

A10864Assembly· Signed Nov 5, 2018· Signed chap.329

Expand STEM Scholarship Eligibility

The bill expands eligibility for the STEM program to include students attending private colleges, not just public institutions, in New York.

Alicia HyndmanSigned by Governor

Impact 4 · Low·Signed into law

Impact4/10Low

OutcomeSigned into law

A11376Assembly· Moved Oct 19, 2018· Referred to consumer affairs and protection

Ban Infant Walkers for Babies

This bill bans the sale and use of infant walkers in New York, with exceptions for medical necessity in child care facilities.

Amy PaulinConsumer Affairs And Protection Committee

Impact 6 · Moderate·0% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage0%

A11356Assembly· Moved Sep 19, 2018· Referred to election law

Let Schools Cancel Poll Sites

This bill allows public schools to request the cancellation of their polling place designation if they cannot ensure public safety during elections.

Anthony D'UrsoElection Law Committee

Impact 3 · Low·0% to pass

Impact3/10Low

Passage0%

A8723Assembly· Signed Aug 24, 2018· Signed chap.234

Add Chazy Lake to List

This bill adds Chazy Lake to the list of designated inland waterways eligible for waterfront revitalization programs in New York State.

Billy JonesSigned by Governor

Impact 2 · Minimal·Signed into law

Impact2/10Minimal

OutcomeSigned into law

A11260Assembly· Moved Jul 25, 2018· Referred to election law

Limit Inauguration Fund Misuse

This bill regulates and restricts the use, fundraising, and expenditures of transition and inauguration funds for elected officials in New York.

Amy PaulinElection Law Committee

Impact 5 · Moderate·0% to pass

Impact5/10Moderate

Passage0%

A7905Assembly· Signed Jun 27, 2018· Signed chap.80

Let Parents Pick Caregivers

This bill extends the maximum period a parent can designate a caregiver in parental relation from six to twelve months.

Ellen C. JaffeeSigned by Governor

Impact 3 · Low·Signed into law

Impact3/10Low

OutcomeSigned into law

A1332Assembly· Moved Jun 21, 2018· Enacting clause stricken

Protect Student Sports Records

This bill prohibits unauthorized and false alterations to student athletic records in New York schools and colleges.

Amy PaulinStricken

Impact 3 · Low·0% to pass

Impact3/10Low

Passage0%

A10788Assembly· Moved Jun 20, 2018· Substituted by s9057

Name Bridge for T Sgt Dylong

This bill designates a bridge in Boston, Erie County as the "T Sgt Henry 'Hank' Dylong Memorial Bridge" in honor of its namesake.

David DiPietroOn the Assembly floor

Impact 1 · Minimal·0% to pass

Impact1/10Minimal

Passage0%

A9012Assembly· Moved Jun 20, 2018· Substituted by s7351a

Remove Markings Before Selling Police Cars

This bill requires all police vehicles to have distinctive markings and lights removed before being sold after decommissioning.

Pamela J. HunterOn the Assembly floor

Impact 4 · Low·0% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage0%

A8729Assembly· Moved Jun 20, 2018· Referred to rules

Tax Breaks for Injured Veterans

This bill creates a property tax exemption for home improvements that remove mobility barriers for severely injured combat veterans.

James SkoufisRules Committee

Impact 5 · Moderate·0% to pass

Impact5/10Moderate

Passage0%

A10922Assembly· Moved Jun 19, 2018· Substituted by s8745a

Name Bridge 'Jolly 51'

This bill designates the County Route 31 overpass at Sunrise Highway in Suffolk County as the "Jolly 51 Memorial Bridge" ceremonially.

Fred ThieleOn the Assembly floor

Impact 1 · Minimal·0% to pass

Impact1/10Minimal

Passage0%

A10787Assembly· Moved Jun 19, 2018· Substituted by s8954

Name Highway for Fallen Soldier

This bill designates part of State Route 19 in Wyoming County as the "PFC David P.

David DiPietroOn the Assembly floor

Impact 1 · Minimal·0% to pass

Impact1/10Minimal

Passage0%

A9806Assembly· Moved Jun 19, 2018· Referred to rules

Mandate Boating Safety Courses

Brianna's Law requires all operators of mechanically propelled vessels in New York to complete a boating safety course and obtain a safety certificate.

Kimberly Jean-PierreRules Committee

Impact 5 · Moderate·0% to pass

Impact5/10Moderate

Passage0%

A9021Assembly· Moved Jun 19, 2018· Substituted by s7389

Allow Non-Residents as Deputies

This bill allows deputy sheriffs in Chenango County to reside in the county or any adjoining New York county.

Clifford CrouchOn the Assembly floor

Impact 3 · Low·0% to pass

Impact3/10Low

Passage0%

A3892Assembly· Moved Jun 19, 2018· Substituted by s1676a

Fund Museum Education Grants

The Museum Education Act creates a competitive grant program to support educational programs in museums and cultural institutions serving low-income communities.

Matthew TitoneOn the Assembly floor

Impact 7 · Significant·0% to pass

Impact7/10Significant

Passage0%

A10729Assembly· Moved Jun 18, 2018· Delivered to senate

Protect Clinical Record Privacy

This bill allows the State Commission of Correction's medical review board to access certain clinical records without patient consent when performing statutory duties.

Nathalia FernandezPassed Assembly

Impact 4 · Low·0% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage0%

A10719Assembly· Moved Jun 18, 2018· Reported referred to rules

Add Sauquoit Creek to List

This bill adds Sauquoit Creek to the list of designated inland waterways eligible for waterfront revitalization programs in New York.

Brian D. MillerRules Committee

Impact 2 · Minimal·0% to pass

Impact2/10Minimal

Passage0%

A2799Assembly· Moved Jun 18, 2018· Substituted by s1124b

Raise Gold Star Parent Payments

This bill increases annual annuity payments for gold star parents and ties future increases to federal veterans' benefits adjustments.

John T. McDonald IIIOn the Assembly floor

Impact 5 · Moderate·0% to pass

Impact5/10Moderate

Passage0%

A8114Assembly· Moved Jun 15, 2018· Amend and recommit to codes

Require Schools Report Bullying

Jacobe's Law requires school employees to investigate, document, and notify parents about verified incidents of student harassment, bullying, or discrimination, considering student safety concerns.

Patricia FahyCodes Committee

Impact 5 · Moderate·0% to pass

Impact5/10Moderate

Passage0%

A6830Assembly· Moved Jun 14, 2018· Amend and recommit to mental health

Require Incident Reporting to 911

This bill requires mandated reporters to notify 9-1-1, the county district attorney, and state authorities about suspected abuse, serious injuries, deaths, and medical emergencies involving…

David WeprinMental Health Committee

Impact 7 · Significant·0% to pass

Impact7/10Significant

Passage0%

A10865Assembly· Moved Jun 13, 2018· Referred to rules

Update Dental Assistant Rules

This bill updates the education law to change the title from "certified" to "registered" dental assistant, raises the minimum age for certification to eighteen, and clarifies requirements and duties…

Alicia HyndmanRules Committee

Impact 4 · Low·0% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage0%

A9921Assembly· Moved Jun 13, 2018· Referred to rules

Allow Signature Testimony in Court

This bill allows courts to consider sworn testimony or evidence about the authenticity of petition signatures that don't match voter records.

David BuchwaldRules Committee

Impact 3 · Low·0% to pass

Impact3/10Low

Passage0%

A9801Assembly· Moved Jun 11, 2018· Amend and recommit to education

Protect Student Journalists' Speech

This bill establishes free speech protections for student journalists in New York schools, outlining rights, exemptions, and liability limitations.

Donna LupardoEducation Committee

Impact 4 · Low·0% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage0%

A9022Assembly· Moved Jun 11, 2018· Reported referred to rules

Ease Residency for Legal Jobs

This bill allows assistant district attorneys and assistant public defenders in Chenango County to reside in adjoining New York counties.

Clifford CrouchRules Committee

Impact 3 · Low·0% to pass

Impact3/10Low

Passage0%

A11140Assembly· Moved Jun 7, 2018· Referred to governmental employees

Post Retirement Meeting Minutes

This bill requires public retirement system boards in New York to post their meeting minutes online, with exceptions for confidential information.

Al TaylorGovernmental Employees Committee

Impact 3 · Low·0% to pass

Impact3/10Low

Passage0%

A10944Assembly· Moved Jun 7, 2018· Amend and recommit to governmental employees

Grant Neusatz Retirement Membership

This bill allows Mark N. Neusatz to receive retroactive Tier 4 retirement membership dating back to his 2005 employment with Monroe County.

Peter LawrenceGovernmental Employees Committee

Impact 2 · Minimal·0% to pass

Impact2/10Minimal

Passage0%

A10392Assembly· Moved Jun 6, 2018· Referred to rules

Allow Partial Prescription Fills

This bill allows patients or prescribers to request partial fills of certain controlled substance prescriptions, to be completed within 30 days.

John T. McDonald IIIRules Committee

Impact 4 · Low·0% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage0%

A10373Assembly· Moved Jun 6, 2018· Referred to rules

Notify Schools on IDA Projects

This bill requires industrial development agencies and authorities to notify and confirm notice to affected local taxing jurisdictions and school districts before approving projects or deviating…

Michaelle C. SolagesRules Committee

Impact 3 · Low·0% to pass

Impact3/10Low

Passage0%

A10261Assembly· Moved Jun 6, 2018· Reported referred to rules

Put State Reports Online

This bill requires all New York state agencies to provide annual reports and public documents online in printable digital formats.

Sandy GalefRules Committee

Impact 3 · Low·0% to pass

Impact3/10Low

Passage0%

A6660Assembly· Moved Jun 6, 2018· Referred to rules

Tax Break for Sandy Victims

This bill exempts certain retirement plan distributions from state income tax for residents whose homes were severely damaged by Superstorm Sandy.

Kimberly Jean-PierreRules Committee

Impact 5 · Moderate·0% to pass

Impact5/10Moderate

Passage0%

A10796Assembly· Moved Jun 5, 2018· Reported referred to ways and means

Special Plates for Retired Legislators

This bill creates a specialty license plate for retired New York State legislators, with eligibility requirements and an additional service fee.

Amy PaulinWays And Means Committee

Impact 2 · Minimal·0% to pass

Impact2/10Minimal

Passage0%

A10321Assembly· Moved Jun 5, 2018· Reported referred to codes

Make Gabapentin Controlled Drug

This bill classifies gabapentin as a controlled substance under New York State law.

John T. McDonald IIICodes Committee

Impact 6 · Moderate·0% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage0%

A9984Assembly· Moved Jun 5, 2018· Referred to rules

Notify Ballot Committees Faster

This bill allows opportunity to ballot committees to receive notices and bring legal proceedings like named candidates in petition processes.

Sandy GalefRules Committee

Impact 3 · Low·0% to pass

Impact3/10Low

Passage0%

A2866Assembly· Moved Jun 5, 2018· Reported referred to ways and means

Increase Veterans' Annuity Payments

This bill increases the annuity for veterans and surviving spouses to $1,500 and provides for annual cost-of-living adjustments.

John T. McDonald IIIWays And Means Committee

Impact 6 · Moderate·0% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage0%

A11078Assembly· Moved Jun 4, 2018· Referred to health

Expand Sepsis Home Care

This bill allows the New York Department of Health to support and fund home and community-based sepsis prevention, screening, intervention, and education initiatives.

John T. McDonald IIIHealth Committee

Impact 5 · Moderate·0% to pass

Impact5/10Moderate

Passage0%

A11067Assembly· Moved Jun 4, 2018· Referred to health

Integrate Home Care, Public Health

This bill requires the state to integrate and incentivize home care agencies in public health and disease prevention efforts, including training, data sharing, and cost-saving initiatives.

John T. McDonald IIIHealth Committee

Impact 6 · Moderate·0% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage0%

A3327Assembly· Moved Jun 4, 2018· Referred to rules

Raise Retiree Earnings Limit

This bill raises the annual earnings cap for retired public employees in New York to $35,000 starting in 2019.

John T. McDonald IIIRules Committee

Impact 4 · Low·0% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage0%

A8964Assembly· Moved May 31, 2018· Enacting clause stricken

Set Firm Review Deadlines

This bill makes environmental review deadlines mandatory, allowing extensions only if the applicant or project sponsor agrees.

Anthony D'UrsoStricken

Impact 4 · Low·0% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage0%

A8672Assembly· Moved May 30, 2018· Substituted by s6886d

Ban Credit Freeze Fees

This bill prohibits consumer credit reporting agencies from charging any fees for placing, removing, or temporarily lifting a security freeze on consumer credit reports.

David BuchwaldOn the Assembly floor

Impact 6 · Moderate·0% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage0%

A10845Assembly· Moved May 23, 2018· Referred to mental health

Require Cameras in Group Homes

This bill requires surveillance cameras with sound to be installed in public areas of facilities serving people with disabilities or youth in residential care, with fines for noncompliance.

Thomas AbinantiMental Health Committee

Impact 8 · Significant·0% to pass

Impact8/10Significant

Passage0%

A2221Assembly· Moved May 23, 2018· Held for consideration in mental health

Require Cameras in Group Homes

This bill requires surveillance cameras with sound in public areas of facilities for people with disabilities, with fines for noncompliance.

Thomas AbinantiMental Health Committee

Impact 8 · Significant·0% to pass

Impact8/10Significant

Passage0%

A9833Assembly· Moved May 22, 2018· Referred to environmental conservation

Post Water Permits Online

This bill requires the Department of Environmental Conservation to post public water supply permit information and monitoring data on its website.

James SkoufisEnvironmental Conservation Committee

Impact 2 · Minimal·0% to pass

Impact2/10Minimal

Passage0%

A10823Assembly· Moved May 21, 2018· Referred to education

Allow Emergency Doorstops in Schools

This bill allows New York school districts to use doorstops or similar devices to secure classroom doors during emergencies, except fires.

Robert OaksEducation Committee

Impact 3 · Low·0% to pass

Impact3/10Low

Passage0%

A10793Assembly· Moved May 18, 2018· Referred to judiciary

Easier License Reviews for Parents

This bill revises procedures for challenging and reviewing driver's license suspensions due to unpaid child support and expands eligibility for restricted use licenses.

Mary Beth WalshJudiciary Committee

Impact 6 · Moderate·0% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage0%