Bills by

Raymond Walter

Assembly Member

37 bills as primary sponsorProfile and scorecard →

2017-2018 session

Sponsored bills

37 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

K1369Assembly· Moved Jun 13, 2018· Adopted
Honor Rose Lukas' 100th Birthday
This resolution congratulates Rose I.
Raymond WalterAdopted
Impact 1 · Minimal·Adopted
Impact1/10Minimal
OutcomeAdopted
K1253Assembly· Moved May 30, 2018· Adopted
Honor Sebastian Alfredo Bradley
This resolution honors the life and legacy of Sebastian Alfredo Bradley, a courageous young boy from Williamsville, New York.
Raymond Walter

A10760Assembly· Moved May 17, 2018· Referred to environmental conservation

Study Battery Recycling Options

This bill directs the Department of Environmental Conservation to study battery use and recycling, and recommend statewide recycling and education programs.

Raymond WalterEnvironmental Conservation Committee

Impact 3 · Low·0% to pass

Impact3/10Low

Passage0%

A7618Assembly· Moved May 8, 2018· Held for consideration in governmental employees

Allow Teacher To Buy Credit

This bill allows Annlouise Cirelli to purchase New York State Teachers' Retirement System service credit for her past teaching in Cincinnati.

Raymond WalterGovernmental Employees Committee

Impact 3 · Low·0% to pass

Impact3/10Low

Passage0%

K1037Assembly· Moved Apr 24, 2018· Adopted

Declare Cancer Awareness Month

This resolution urges Governor Cuomo to declare April 2018 as Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month in New York State.

Raymond WalterAdopted

Impact 1 · Minimal·Adopted

Impact1/10Minimal

OutcomeAdopted

K987Assembly· Moved Apr 16, 2018· Adopted

Honor disABILITY Museum Anniversary

This resolution commemorates the 20th anniversary of the Museum of disABILITY History in Buffalo, recognizing its contributions to disability awareness.

Raymond WalterAdopted

Impact 1 · Minimal·Adopted

Impact1/10Minimal

OutcomeAdopted

K986Assembly· Moved Apr 16, 2018· Adopted

Honor Hockey Champions

This resolution congratulates the Sweet Home High School Boys Ice Hockey Team and coaches for winning the 2018 NYSPHSAA Division 2 Championship.

Raymond WalterAdopted

Impact 1 · Minimal·Adopted

Impact1/10Minimal

OutcomeAdopted

A6958Assembly· Moved Mar 27, 2018· Held for consideration in governmental employees

Let Lois Reid Reapply Benefits

This bill allows Lois J. Reid to reapply for ordinary disability retirement benefits from the New York State and Local Employees' Retirement System for a specified period.

Raymond WalterGovernmental Employees Committee

Impact 2 · Minimal·0% to pass

Impact2/10Minimal

Passage0%

K943Assembly· Moved Mar 22, 2018· Adopted

Honor Marcy M. Dandes

This resolution honors and mourns the passing of Marcy M.

Raymond WalterAdopted

Impact 1 · Minimal·Adopted

Impact1/10Minimal

OutcomeAdopted

K925Assembly· Moved Mar 19, 2018· Adopted

Honor Emily Pfalzer’s Olympic Achievement

This resolution congratulates Emily Pfalzer for her achievements as a member of the U.S.

Raymond WalterAdopted

Impact 1 · Minimal·Adopted

Impact1/10Minimal

OutcomeAdopted

K787Assembly· Moved Jan 30, 2018· Adopted

Honor Dr. Weinstein’s Retirement

This resolution honors Dr. Barry Weinstein for his retirement after 34 years of distinguished public service in Amherst, New York.

Raymond WalterAdopted

Impact 1 · Minimal·Adopted

Impact1/10Minimal

OutcomeAdopted

K782Assembly· Moved Jan 29, 2018· Adopted

Honor Retiring Chamber Leader

This resolution honors Colleen C.

Raymond WalterAdopted

Impact 1 · Minimal·Adopted

Impact1/10Minimal

OutcomeAdopted

K781Assembly· Moved Jan 29, 2018· Adopted

Honor Amherst’s 200th Anniversary

This resolution commemorates the 200th anniversary of the Town of Amherst, New York, recognizing its history and community contributions.

Raymond WalterAdopted

Impact 1 · Minimal·Adopted

Impact1/10Minimal

OutcomeAdopted

A7754Assembly· Moved Jan 19, 2018· Enacting clause stricken

Speed Up Rideshare Law

This bill changes the effective date for transportation network company regulations in New York from ninety to thirty days after becoming law.

Raymond WalterStricken

Impact 3 · Low·0% to pass

Impact3/10Low

Passage0%

A6585Assembly· Moved Jan 19, 2018· Enacting clause stricken

Set Insurance Rules for Rideshares

This bill establishes insurance requirements and regulatory guidelines for transportation network companies (like ride-sharing services) and their drivers in New York State.

Raymond WalterStricken

Impact 8 · Significant·0% to pass

Impact8/10Significant

Passage0%

A5059Assembly· Moved Jan 17, 2018· Amend and recommit to local governments

State Must Fund Local Mandates

This bill requires the state to fully fund any new or expanded mandates imposed on local governments or school districts, preventing unfunded mandates.

Raymond WalterLocal Governments Committee

Impact 8 · Significant·0% to pass

Impact8/10Significant

Passage0%

K739Assembly· Moved Jan 16, 2018· Adopted

Honor Barry Weinstein's Retirement

This resolution honors Dr. Barry Weinstein for his retirement and recognizes his 34 years of distinguished public service.

Raymond WalterAdopted

Impact 1 · Minimal·Adopted

Impact1/10Minimal

OutcomeAdopted

K714Assembly· Moved Jan 9, 2018· Adopted

Honor Hunter's Hope Day

This resolution commemorates February 14, 2018, as the 20th Annual Hunter's Hope Foundation Day to honor and support children with Leukodystrophies in New York.

Raymond WalterAdopted

Impact 1 · Minimal·Adopted

Impact1/10Minimal

OutcomeAdopted

A7565Assembly· Moved Jan 3, 2018· Held for consideration in transportation

Lower Mapleton Road Speed Limit

This bill allows the town of Pendleton in Niagara County to lower the speed limit on part of Mapleton Road to 45 mph.

Raymond WalterTransportation Committee

Impact 2 · Minimal·0% to pass

Impact2/10Minimal

Passage0%

A6051Assembly· Moved Jan 3, 2018· Held for consideration in environmental conservation

Ban Compressors Near Schools

This bill prohibits siting or licensing natural gas compressor facilities within two and one-half miles of school property.

Raymond WalterEnvironmental Conservation Committee

Impact 5 · Moderate·0% to pass

Impact5/10Moderate

Passage0%

A5369Assembly· Moved Jan 3, 2018· Held for consideration in health

Test Newborns for Drugs

This bill requires toxicology testing of newborns for prenatal exposure to controlled substances and mandates reporting positive results to child protective services.

Raymond WalterHealth Committee

Impact 8 · Significant·0% to pass

Impact8/10Significant

Passage0%

A5368Assembly· Moved Jan 3, 2018· Held for consideration in veterans' affairs

Allow Late Veterans Tax Exemptions

This bill allows veterans who move homes to apply late for real property tax exemptions if their municipality approves.

Raymond WalterVeterans' Affairs Committee

Impact 4 · Low·0% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage0%

A5147Assembly· Moved Jan 3, 2018· Held for consideration in aging

Create Veterans Aging Committee

This bill creates a Veterans' Gerontological Advisory Committee to advise on policies and services for New York's aging veterans.

Raymond WalterAging Committee

Impact 3 · Low·0% to pass

Impact3/10Low

Passage0%

A5055Assembly· Moved Jan 3, 2018· Held for consideration in higher education

Require Two Program Managers

This bill requires New York's college choice savings program to be managed by at least two financial organizations, expanding investment options.

Raymond WalterHigher Education Committee

Impact 4 · Low·0% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage0%

A5065Assembly· Moved Jan 3, 2018· Held for consideration in transportation

Suspend Licenses for Underage Infractions

This bill imposes mandatory 90-day and one-year license suspensions for certain traffic violations by drivers with underage license classifications.

Raymond WalterTransportation Committee

Impact 4 · Low·0% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage0%

A5020Assembly· Moved Jan 3, 2018· Held for consideration in education

Allow Ads on School Fields

This bill allows most New York school districts to sell advertising space on outdoor athletic facilities, with restrictions on certain types of ads.

Raymond WalterEducation Committee

Impact 4 · Low·0% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage0%

A4776Assembly· Moved Jan 3, 2018· Held for consideration in ways and means

Pay Interest on Late Refunds

This bill requires the New York State Tax Department to pay interest on personal income tax refunds not issued within 30 days of filing.

Raymond WalterWays And Means Committee

Impact 4 · Low·0% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage0%

A4789Assembly· Moved Jan 3, 2018· Held for consideration in education

Delay Costly School Mandates

This bill delays implementation of new costly state mandates on school districts until the next budget year, with certain exceptions.

Raymond WalterEducation Committee

Impact 6 · Moderate·0% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage0%

A4857Assembly· Moved Jan 3, 2018· Referred to transportation

Seasonal Car Registration Option

This bill allows certain vehicle owners in New York to register their vehicles for less than a year with prorated fees.

Raymond WalterTransportation Committee

Impact 5 · Moderate·0% to pass

Impact5/10Moderate

Passage0%

A4723Assembly· Moved Jan 3, 2018· Held for consideration in corporations, authorities and commissions

Governor Gets Power Authority Veto

This bill gives the Governor of New York veto power over actions taken by the New York Power Authority.

Raymond WalterCorporations, Authorities And Commissions Committee

Impact 7 · Significant·0% to pass

Impact7/10Significant

Passage0%

A4737Assembly· Moved Jan 3, 2018· Held for consideration in aging

Protect Pre-Existing Conditions Coverage

This bill amends laws to improve long term care insurance by adding consumer education, limiting premium increases, and prohibiting exclusions for pre-existing conditions.

Raymond WalterAging Committee

Impact 6 · Moderate·0% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage0%

A4730Assembly· Moved Jan 3, 2018· Held for consideration in consumer affairs and protection

Stop Gift Card Fees

This bill prohibits businesses from charging fees or reducing the value of gift cards and certificates due to inactivity.

Raymond WalterConsumer Affairs And Protection Committee

Impact 6 · Moderate·0% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage0%

A4683Assembly· Moved Jan 3, 2018· Referred to transportation

2-Year Licenses for Seniors

This bill allows New Yorkers aged 70 and older to choose a two-year driver's license renewal period with a prorated fee.

Raymond WalterTransportation Committee

Impact 3 · Low·0% to pass

Impact3/10Low

Passage0%

A4682Assembly· Moved Jan 3, 2018· Referred to election law

Disclose All Campaign Donations

This bill requires political committees to itemize all campaign contributions regardless of amount and changes partnership contribution reporting rules.

Raymond WalterElection Law Committee

Impact 4 · Low·0% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage0%

A7888Assembly· Moved Jun 20, 2017· Substituted by s6368a