Bills by

Kevin S. Parker

Senator

22,253 bills as primary sponsorProfile and scorecard →parker@senate.state.ny.us

2025-2026 session

Sponsored bills

22,253 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

S8692SenateA8923· Moved May 19· Amend and recommit to codes
Suspend Licenses for Unpaid Fines
This bill allows suspension of a driver's license for failing to pay fines related to impaired driving violations and restricts judicial discretion to reduce such fines.
Jeremy CooneyCodes CommitteeLegal
Impact 6 · Moderate·32% to pass
Impact6/10Moderate
Passage32%

S8624SenateA10046· Moved May 19· Referred to codes

Punitive Damages for Sex Abuse

This bill allows courts to award punitive damages against the estates of deceased individuals for sexual abuse or related civil actions.

Zellnor MyrieCodes CommitteeLegal

Impact 8 · Significant·35% to pass

Impact8/10Significant

Passage35%

A9285Assembly· Moved May 19· Reported referred to ways and means

Create State Mental Health Database

This bill creates a statewide, centralized mental health data integration and reporting system for all public providers in New York.

Yudelka TapiaWays And Means CommitteeHealth

Impact 8 · Significant·22% to pass

Impact8/10Significant

Passage22%

S8507Senate· Moved May 19· Amend and recommit to internet and technology

Require Device End-of-Life Notices

This bill requires manufacturers and internet service providers to disclose and support the end-of-life for internet-connected consumer products, mandating advance notice and replacement of…

Patricia FahyInternet And Technology CommitteeTechnology

Impact 8 · Significant·30% to pass

Impact8/10Significant

Passage30%

S8370Senate· Moved May 19· Referred to education

Clarify Preschool Disability Rules

This bill updates definitions and responsibilities for school district evaluation, placement, and funding of preschool children with disabilities who are in foster care, homeless, or in residential…

Patricia FahyEducation CommitteeEducation

Impact 6 · Moderate·28% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage28%

S8359Senate· Moved May 19· Amend and recommit to investigations and government operations

Allow 24-Hour Event Alcohol Sales

This bill allows certain large venues in industrial or economic zones to obtain 24-hour on-premises liquor licenses.

James SkoufisInvestigations And Government Operations CommitteeLegal

Impact 5 · Moderate·20% to pass

Impact5/10Moderate

Passage20%

S8266Senate· Moved May 19· Reported and committed to education

Late School Bus Service

This bill amends education law to ensure school transportation funding includes increases in per-student reimbursable transportation costs after 4 PM.

Sam SuttonEducation CommitteeEducation

Impact 6 · Moderate·9% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage9%

A8555Assembly· Moved May 19· Reported referred to rules

Set Animal Shelter Care Rules

This bill updates animal shelter care standards, exempts certain small municipal pounds, and revises licensing, vaccination, and transport requirements for animals.

Amy PaulinRules CommitteeEconomy

Impact 6 · Moderate·35% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage35%

S8174SenateA10065· Moved May 19· Reported and committed to finance

Reimburse Schools for Settlements

This bill allows the New York Liquidation Bureau to reimburse local school agencies (outside NYC) for liabilities from child abuse claims when their insurers have become insolvent.

Monica MartinezFinance CommitteeFinance

Impact 7 · Significant·34% to pass

Impact7/10Significant

Passage34%

A8467Assembly· Moved May 19· Reported referred to ways and means

Warn Firefighters About Home Oxygen

This bill requires the state to provide warning stickers indicating oxygen use in homes to notify firefighters of flammable conditions.

Patrick J. CarrollWays And Means CommitteeHealth

Impact 5 · Moderate·14% to pass

Impact5/10Moderate

Passage14%

S8066SenateA8030· Moved May 19· Amend and recommit to judiciary

Limit Flood Insurance Requirements

This bill limits the amount and type of flood insurance a mortgage lender can require for residential properties, with certain federal exceptions.

James SkoufisJudiciary CommitteeLegal

Impact 6 · Moderate·21% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage21%

A8421Assembly· Moved May 19· Amend and recommit to judiciary

Require Detailed Arbitration Decisions

This bill requires arbitrators in consumer and certain employment disputes to explain their decisions in written awards, except for collectively bargained agreements.

Jeffrey DinowitzJudiciary CommitteeLegal

Impact 7 · Significant·26% to pass

Impact7/10Significant

Passage26%

S7969SenateA8859· Moved May 19· Reported and committed to finance

Cap Toll Late Fees

This bill limits fines and late fees for unpaid tolls by public authorities to no more than 25% of the toll owed.

Cordell CleareFinance CommitteeEconomy

Impact 6 · Moderate·32% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage32%

A8386AssemblyS6865· Moved May 19· Reported referred to rules

Create Black Youth Alert System

This bill creates an "ebony alert system" in New York to quickly publicize missing Black youth cases and aid their recovery.

Noah BurroughsRules Committee

Impact 7 · Significant·35% to pass

Impact7/10Significant

Passage35%

A8357AssemblyS7803· Moved May 19· Amend and recommit to governmental employees

Retroactive Pension for Kaye

This bill allows Joshua Kaye to retroactively join the New York police and fire retirement system as a Tier II member.

David McDonoughGovernmental Employees CommitteeFinance

Impact 2 · Minimal·7% to pass

Impact2/10Minimal

Passage7%

S7538SenateA8140· Moved May 19· Amend and recommit to local government

Allow Nyack to Sell Parkland

This bill authorizes the village of Nyack to convert certain parklands for a restaurant, requiring equivalent parkland acquisition or improvements.

William WeberLocal Government CommitteeLocal Government

Impact 3 · Low·12% to pass

Impact3/10Low

Passage12%

A7898AssemblyS7799· Moved May 19· Referred to judiciary

Disclose Arbitration Clauses

This bill requires clear disclosure and explanation of mandatory arbitration clauses in employment contracts, especially for non-personal or electronic agreements.

Jeffrey DinowitzJudiciary CommitteeLegal

Impact 6 · Moderate·25% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage25%

S7007SenateA7548· Moved May 19· Referred to economic development

Train Barbers in Mental Health

This bill requires all licensed cosmetologists and barbers in New York to complete eight hours of mental health first aid training.

Siela BynoeEconomic Development CommitteeEconomy

Impact 6 · Moderate·29% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage29%

S6892SenateA7878· Moved May 19· Reported and committed to finance

Replace Lead Water Pipes

The Lead Pipe Replacement Act requires New York water systems to replace all lead service lines, including those on private property, by 2037 at no direct charge to customers.

Gustavo RiveraFinance CommitteeHealth

Impact 8 · Significant·34% to pass

Impact8/10Significant

Passage34%

S6848SenateA8503· Moved May 19· Referred to agriculture

Expand Regional Farmers' Markets

The bill expands the agriculture law to promote regional farmers' markets targeting food deserts and bulk purchasers, improving food access.

Lea WebbAgriculture CommitteeEconomy

Impact 6 · Moderate·26% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage26%

S6847SenateA8431· Moved May 19· Referred to cities

Protect Neighbor Rights Near Construction

This bill requires New York City to create and distribute a multilingual "adjacent neighbors' bill of rights" informing homeowners near construction sites of their rights and resources.

Leroy ComrieCities CommitteeLocal Government

Impact 4 · Low·34% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage34%

S6753SenateA7596· Moved May 19· Reported and committed to finance

Cap Foster Worker Caseloads

This bill sets a maximum caseload for foster care workers and requires state regulations to limit and manage their assignments.

Jabari BrisportFinance CommitteeHealth

Impact 7 · Significant·15% to pass

Impact7/10Significant

Passage15%

A6907Assembly· Moved May 19· Amend and recommit to judiciary

Require Neutral Arbitration Only

This bill prohibits mandatory predispute arbitration agreements for most employment and consumer disputes, requiring neutral arbitrators and enhanced disclosure.

Jeffrey DinowitzJudiciary CommitteeLegal

Impact 8 · Significant·13% to pass

Impact8/10Significant

Passage13%

S6556SenateA61· Moved May 19· Reported and committed to consumer protection

Share Driver Records Data

This bill allows the DMV to contract with private or public entities to provide limited driver’s license and record information, requiring compliance with federal privacy laws.

Jeremy CooneyConsumer Protection CommitteeTransportation

Impact 6 · Moderate·13% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage13%

S6495SenateA5128· Moved May 19· Reported and committed to finance

Speed Up Juvenile Program Funds

This bill requires annual, expedited distribution of state funds to municipalities for juvenile supervision and treatment, with at least half going to community organizations.

Cordell CleareFinance CommitteeHealth

Impact 7 · Significant·35% to pass

Impact7/10Significant

Passage35%

S6460Senate· Moved May 19· Referred to codes

Toughen Sex Trafficking Laws

This bill expands sex trafficking laws to include vulnerable persons and creates a new class A-II felony for repeat offenders.

Cordell CleareCodes CommitteeLegal

Impact 8 · Significant·28% to pass

Impact8/10Significant

Passage28%

S6365SenateA5819· Moved May 19· Returned to senate

Explain Debit Card Fees

This bill requires financial institutions issuing release debit cards to formerly incarcerated individuals to clearly disclose all fees in multiple languages and formats.

Julia SalazarPassed Assembly

Impact 4 · Low·45% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage45%

S6009SenateA1633· Moved May 19· Referred to local governments

Expand Fire Youth Program Rules

This bill updates laws on youth programs run by volunteer fire departments, allowing certain supervised emergency participation and clarifying related legal protections.

April BaskinLocal Governments CommitteeLocal Government

Impact 6 · Moderate·27% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage27%

S5860SenateA4706· Moved May 19· Amend and recommit to higher education

Expand Chiropractor Practice Rights

This bill modernizes and expands the scope of chiropractic practice in New York, updating definitions, permitted activities, education, and licensing requirements.

Andrew GounardesHigher Education CommitteeEducation

Impact 7 · Significant·25% to pass

Impact7/10Significant

Passage25%

A6029AssemblyS2121· Moved May 19· Returned to assembly

Expand Home Visiting Outreach

This bill requires education and outreach about home visiting programs that support pregnant and parenting families in New York.

John Zaccaro Jr.Passed Senate

Impact 4 · Low·45% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage45%

S5603SenateA7550· Moved May 19· Reported and committed to finance

Expand Forest Tax Exemptions

This bill expands real property tax exemptions for forest land preservation, adds exemptions for land under conservation easement, and provides state assistance to municipalities.

Rachel MayFinance CommitteeLocal Government

Impact 6 · Moderate·29% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage29%

S5382SenateA11003· Moved May 19· Referred to ways and means

Privacy in Rehab Facility Design

The bill requires new state-funded chemical dependence facilities to be designed for greater privacy in key personal areas.

Pete HarckhamWays And Means CommitteeFinance

Impact 5 · Moderate·35% to pass

Impact5/10Moderate

Passage35%

S5310SenateA6060· Moved May 19· Referred to insurance

Ease Insurance Broker Rules

This bill allows retail insurance brokers working with unaffiliated wholesale excess line brokers to bypass the diligent effort requirement when placing certain commercial insurance with…

Jamaal BaileyInsurance CommitteeFinance

Impact 6 · Moderate·26% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage26%

A5672Assembly· Moved May 19· Amend (t) and recommit to governmental operations

Permanent Daylight Savings Time

This bill authorizes New York State to permanently observe daylight savings time year-round if allowed by federal law.

Dana LevenbergGovernmental Operations Committee

Impact 8 · Significant·11% to pass

Impact8/10Significant

Passage11%

A5505AssemblyS1784· Moved May 19· Reported referred to codes

Check Vacant Homes for Pets

This bill requires property owners and relevant authorities to inspect vacated or abandoned properties for abandoned pets and establishes penalties for noncompliance.

Donna LupardoCodes CommitteeEconomy

Impact 5 · Moderate·31% to pass

Impact5/10Moderate

Passage31%

A5455AssemblyS8045· Moved May 19· Reported referred to ways and means

Help Remove Abuser Smart Home Access

This bill requires New York to provide informational materials to help domestic violence victims remove abusers' access to smart home systems.

Linda RosenthalWays And Means Committee

Impact 5 · Moderate·35% to pass

Impact5/10Moderate

Passage35%

A5383AssemblyS7266· Moved May 19· Returned to assembly

Require Concussion Info for Parents

This bill requires soccer, lacrosse, ice hockey, and field hockey programs to provide concussion information to parents or guardians.

Alex BoresPassed Senate

Impact 4 · Low·45% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage45%

S4803SenateA9124· Moved May 19· Reported and committed to finance

Help For Local Insurance

This bill creates a municipal group insurance technical assistance program to help municipalities and individuals navigate firefighter indemnity and compensation insurance.

Christopher RyanFinance CommitteeLocal Government

Impact 6 · Moderate·31% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage31%

S4577SenateA5520· Moved May 19· Reported and committed to procurement and contracts

Hire Most Qualified Firms First

This bill requires public authorities in New York to negotiate contracts for professional design services based on qualifications and fair fees, following a ranked process, with exceptions for…

Leroy ComrieProcurement And Contracts CommitteeEconomy

Impact 6 · Moderate·25% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage25%

A4736AssemblyS7830· Moved May 19· Reported referred to rules

Tighten Sex Offender Reporting

This bill updates sex offender registration requirements to clarify verification procedures for homeless individuals, allowing them to identify a home base location.

Jeffrey DinowitzRules CommitteePublic Safety & Consumer Affairs

Impact 6 · Moderate·34% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage34%

S4479SenateA11209· Moved May 19· Referred to labor

Publish Debarred Contractors List

This bill requires the Workers' Compensation Board and Department of Labor to publish and regularly update open data lists of debarred or non-responsible contractors and vendors.

Jessica RamosLabor CommitteeEconomy

Impact 5 · Moderate·35% to pass

Impact5/10Moderate

Passage35%

A4504AssemblyS180· Moved May 19· Amend and recommit to social services

Increase Residential Care Payments

This bill increases the monthly amount eligible individuals and couples can receive for enhanced residential care in New York.

Maritza DavilaSocial Services CommitteeHealth

Impact 5 · Moderate·20% to pass

Impact5/10Moderate

Passage20%

A4362Assembly· Moved May 19· Amend (t) and recommit to children and families

Hold Cities Liable for Negligence

This bill makes cities and counties legally liable, without governmental immunity, for harm to children in their custody, including abuse or negligence by contracted agencies.

Linda RosenthalChildren And Families CommitteeHealth

Impact 8 · Significant·21% to pass

Impact8/10Significant

Passage21%

S4275SenateA11326· Moved May 19· Referred to health

Regulate Nursing Home Closures

This bill establishes new requirements for nursing home closures, including advance notice, approval of closure plans, and protections for residents.

Brian KavanaghHealth CommitteeHealth

Impact 7 · Significant·29% to pass

Impact7/10Significant

Passage29%

S4260Senate· Moved May 19· Reported and committed to judiciary

Let Kids Petition Family Court

This bill allows unaccompanied non-citizen children in federal placements to self-petition family court for dependency orders.

Jabari BrisportJudiciary CommitteeHealth

Impact 7 · Significant·27% to pass

Impact7/10Significant

Passage27%

S4197SenateA6201· Moved May 19· Amend (t) and recommit to ethics and internal governance

Bar Human Rights Violations

This bill strengthens ethics standards for New York public officers by explicitly prohibiting workplace discrimination and sexual harassment.

Andrew GounardesEthics And Internal Governance CommitteeLegal

Impact 7 · Significant·30% to pass

Impact7/10Significant

Passage30%

S4071SenateA7467· Moved May 19· Referred to corporations, authorities and commissions

Include Stormwater as Sewage

This bill amends the public authorities law to define "stormwater" and include it in the definition of "sewage" for water and sewer authorities.

Rachel MayCorporations, Authorities And Commissions CommitteeEconomy

Impact 6 · Moderate·29% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage29%

A4122AssemblyS1761· Moved May 19· Referred to children and families

Study Family Response Program

This bill directs the Office of Children and Family Services to study and report on the effectiveness of the family assessment response program, with possible recommendations for statewide expansion…

Michaelle C. SolagesChildren And Families CommitteeHealth

Impact 4 · Low·35% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage35%

S4013Senate· Moved May 19· Amend and recommit to veterans, homeland security and military affairs

Veteran Peer Support Program

This bill establishes a peer support program for veterans, defining peer counselors and setting recommended qualifications and training procedures.

Kevin S. ParkerVeterans, Homeland Security And Military Affairs CommitteeLocal Government

Impact 6 · Moderate·31% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage31%

S3883SenateA2253· Moved May 19· Referred to health

Allow Controlled Substance Prescriptions

This bill allows emergency medical technician-paramedics to administer controlled substances to people with substance use disorders to relieve withdrawal symptoms.

Michelle HincheyHealth CommitteeHealth

Impact 7 · Significant·35% to pass

Impact7/10Significant

Passage35%