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

A11295AssemblyS10262· Signed May 11· Signed chap.112
Extend State Funding Period
This bill increases New York State government funding for programs like Medicaid, unemployment, disability, adoption, veterans, and other public assistance through amended appropriations for the…
J. Gary PretlowSigned by Governor
Impact 7 · Significant·Signed into law
Impact7/10Significant
OutcomeSigned into law
A11286Assembly

K1318Assembly· Moved May 11· Adopted

Declare Bingo Day June 27

This resolution asks the Governor to declare June 27, 2026, as Bingo Day in New York State.

Carrie WoernerAdopted

Impact 1 · Minimal·Adopted

Impact1/10Minimal

OutcomeAdopted

A11221AssemblyS10165· Moved May 11· Amend and recommit to real property taxation

Retroactive Tax Exemption for Synagogue

This bill allows Cong Ahavas Yisrael, Inc. to get a retroactive property tax exemption in Nassau County.

Eric BrownReal Property Taxation CommitteeHousing

Impact 3 · Low·4% to pass

Impact3/10Low

Passage4%

S10024SenateA3572· Moved May 11· Reported and committed to finance

Add Spina Bifida Coverage

This bill adds spina bifida to the list of developmental disabilities in New York law.

Monica MartinezFinance CommitteeHealth

Impact 5 · Moderate·33% to pass

Impact5/10Moderate

Passage33%

S9848SenateA8635· Moved May 11· Referred to judiciary

Eases Rules for Abuse Claims

This bill exempts certain sexual offense claims from specific court filing requirements, allowing more survivors to pursue legal action.

Julia SalazarJudiciary CommitteeLegal

Impact 8 · Significant·35% to pass

Impact8/10Significant

Passage35%

S9677SenateA1595· Moved May 11· Referred to cities

Historic Building Receivership for Buffalo

This bill establishes a receivership process in Buffalo for neglected or abandoned historic properties, enabling court-appointed management and rehabilitation.

April BaskinCities CommitteeLocal Government

Impact 7 · Significant·26% to pass

Impact7/10Significant

Passage26%

S9331SenateA10413· Moved May 11· Referred to labor

Guarantee Prescription Access for Injured Workers

This bill guarantees injured workers timely access to prescription medication by allowing out-of-network pharmacy use if network pharmacies or insurers cause delays.

Jessica RamosLabor CommitteeEconomy

Impact 7 · Significant·32% to pass

Impact7/10Significant

Passage32%

S9206SenateA10271· Moved May 11· Referred to environmental conservation

Extend Brush Fire Reeds Law

This bill extends until December 31, 2027, the authorization for Staten Island homeowners in high-risk brush fire areas to cut and remove reeds from their property.

Andrew J. LanzaEnvironmental Conservation CommitteeEnvironment & Energy

Impact 3 · Low·19% to pass

Impact3/10Low

Passage19%

A10203AssemblyS8965· Moved May 11· Reported referred to ways and means

Show Hospital Service Gaps

This bill requires hospitals to publicly disclose any rule-based exclusions to care and mandates insurers inform patients about such exclusions.

Nily RozicWays And Means CommitteeHealth

Impact 7 · Significant·35% to pass

Impact7/10Significant

Passage35%

A9627AssemblyS8666· Moved May 11· Amend (t) and recommit to economic development

Let Parents Record Youth Sports

This bill prohibits youth sports facilities and operators in New York from preventing parents or guardians from taking in-person photos or videos of their own children, with limited safety-based…

Carrie WoernerEconomic Development CommitteeEconomy

Impact 4 · Low·21% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage21%

A9374Assembly· Moved May 11· Reported referred to ways and means

Screen Young Kids’ Vision

This bill requires New York to establish and update best practice protocols for vision screening of children aged four and younger.

Jonathan RiveraWays And Means CommitteeHealth

Impact 6 · Moderate·22% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage22%

S8499SenateA9095· Moved May 11· Amend and recommit to health

Prevent Legionnaires' in Water

This bill establishes new requirements for public water systems, building management, and reporting to prevent Legionnaires' disease in New York.

Cordell CleareHealth CommitteeHealth

Impact 8 · Significant·35% to pass

Impact8/10Significant

Passage35%

A8858AssemblyS7717· Moved May 11· Reported referred to codes

Cap Towing and Storage Fees

This bill sets maximum rates for towing and storage of motor vehicles in New York State, with penalties for violations.

Gabriella RomeroCodes CommitteePublic Safety & Consumer Affairs

Impact 6 · Moderate·22% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage22%

A8735Assembly· Moved May 11· Amend and recommit to governmental employees

Refund Retirement Overpayment to Smith

This bill authorizes Breanne M.

Matthew SlaterGovernmental Employees CommitteeFinance

Impact 2 · Minimal·4% to pass

Impact2/10Minimal

Passage4%

S8111SenateA8942· Moved May 11· Amend and recommit to civil service and pensions

Retirement Credit for EMT Childcare

This bill allows EMTs in New York City to purchase retirement credit for up to one year of unpaid child care leave.

Robert JacksonCivil Service And Pensions CommitteeFinance

Impact 5 · Moderate·24% to pass

Impact5/10Moderate

Passage24%

S8094SenateA8941· Moved May 11· Amend and recommit to civil service and pensions

Retirement Credit for Childcare Leave

This bill allows New York City fire protection inspectors to receive retirement credit for unpaid child care leave if they pay required contributions.

Robert JacksonCivil Service And Pensions CommitteeFinance

Impact 5 · Moderate·24% to pass

Impact5/10Moderate

Passage24%

A8309AssemblyS5178· Moved May 11· Referred to corporations, authorities and commissions

Study Bridge Bike Access

This bill requires public authorities to study and report on ways to improve bicycle and pedestrian access on roadway bridges statewide.

Karen McMahonCorporations, Authorities And Commissions CommitteeEconomy

Impact 5 · Moderate·33% to pass

Impact5/10Moderate

Passage33%

A8304Assembly· Moved May 11· Referred to codes

Ease Dismissals in Family Court

This bill amends the Family Court Act to revise procedures and standards for adjournments in contemplation of dismissal and suspended judgments in child protective proceedings.

Charles LavineCodes CommitteeLegal

Impact 6 · Moderate·27% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage27%

S7833Senate· Moved May 11· Amend and recommit to health

Boost Pay for HealthySteps Clinics

This bill creates an additional payment for pediatric practices in New York that implement the HealthySteps model to improve child behavioral health services.

Cordell CleareHealth CommitteeHealth

Impact 6 · Moderate·31% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage31%

S7053SenateA8262· Moved May 11· Referred to local governments

Post Local Laws Online

This bill allows counties without a local newspaper to post legal notices and local laws online instead.

Lea WebbLocal Governments CommitteeLocal Government

Impact 4 · Low·25% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage25%

S6673SenateA2208· Moved May 11· Amend and recommit to housing, construction and community development

Protect Public Housing Tenants

This bill expands tenant rights, engagement, and transparency requirements for public housing conversions, including new reporting and resident protections.

Cordell CleareHousing, Construction And Community Development CommitteeHousing

Impact 8 · Significant·29% to pass

Impact8/10Significant

Passage29%

A6031AssemblyS1422· Moved May 11· Amend (t) and recommit to consumer affairs and protection

Protect Biometric Privacy Rights

This bill establishes the Biometric Identifier Privacy Act, setting rules for private entities on the collection, use, retention, and protection of biometric data, and allows for enforcement and…

Jo Anne SimonConsumer Affairs And Protection CommitteePublic Safety & Consumer Affairs

Impact 8 · Significant·34% to pass

Impact8/10Significant

Passage34%

S5183SenateA1566· Moved May 11· Returned to senate

Require Ballot Envelope Signatures

This bill requires a clear statement on ballot envelopes reminding early mail, absentee, and special presidential voters to sign the affirmation.

Robert JacksonPassed Assembly

Impact 4 · Low·45% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage45%

S5066Senate· Moved May 11· Reported and committed to finance

Expand Housing Court Sections

This bill creates a special part of New York City housing court for cases involving only individuals or small landlords, with judges and timelines specified.

Luis R. SepúlvedaFinance CommitteeHousing

Impact 7 · Significant·20% to pass

Impact7/10Significant

Passage20%

S5037SenateA4603· Moved May 11· Substituted by a4603a

Protect In-Person Prison Visits

This bill requires state and local correctional facilities to establish more accommodating in-person visiting policies for incarcerated individuals, ensuring visits are not replaced by video…

Luis R. SepúlvedaOn the Senate floor

Impact 7 · Significant·47% to pass

Impact7/10Significant

Passage47%

A5412AssemblyS3576· Moved May 11· Referred to women's issues

Start Statewide Fibroid Study

This bill creates a statewide program to study fibroids, evaluate treatments, and address barriers to care, especially for women of color.

Stefani ZinermanWomen's Issues CommitteeHealth

Impact 6 · Moderate·30% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage30%

A5371AssemblyS7261· Moved May 11· Referred to local government

Require 911 CPR Training

This bill requires all 911 call-takers and dispatchers in New York to complete telecommunicator CPR training and annual follow-up training.

Amy PaulinLocal Government CommitteeLocal Government

Impact 6 · Moderate·35% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage35%

S4871SenateA7465· Moved May 11· Reported and committed to finance

Support for Disabled New Yorkers

The bill expands and strengthens New York's independent developmental disability ombudsperson program, enhancing access, support, and reporting for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Patricia FahyFinance CommitteeHealth

Impact 7 · Significant·30% to pass

Impact7/10Significant

Passage30%

S4841SenateA6021· Moved May 11· Reported and committed to finance

Review Disability Services System

This bill creates a temporary blue-ribbon commission to study and recommend reforms for New York's services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Patricia FahyFinance CommitteeHealth

Impact 4 · Low·35% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage35%

S4691Senate· Moved May 11· Referred to environmental conservation

Ban Mercury Light Bulbs

This bill prohibits the sale or distribution of most mercury-added fluorescent lamps in New York after January 1, 2029, with certain exceptions.

Cordell CleareEnvironmental Conservation CommitteeEnvironment & Energy

Impact 8 · Significant·19% to pass

Impact8/10Significant

Passage19%

S4576SenateA8570· Moved May 11· Returned to senate

Fill Chairperson Vacancies Faster

This bill establishes a procedure for appointing a new president or chairperson of the New York State Urban Development Corporation when a vacancy occurs, and updates gendered language in the law.

James SkoufisPassed Assembly

Impact 4 · Low·45% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage45%

S4464SenateA838· Moved May 11· Ordered to third reading cal.443

Add Labor to IDA Boards

This bill expands the definition of "labor organization" and requires local industrial development agencies to include labor and school representatives.

Shelley MayerOn the Assembly floor

Impact 6 · Moderate·30% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage30%

S4389Senate· Moved May 11· Referred to governmental employees

Relax Color Vision Rules

This bill requires police officer color vision standards to only exclude those with extreme color vision deficiencies, allowing field tests for qualification.

Rachel MayGovernmental Employees CommitteeFinance

Impact 5 · Moderate·15% to pass

Impact5/10Moderate

Passage15%

A4460AssemblyS5253· Moved May 11· Referred to codes

Make LIRR Fire Marshals Peace Officers

The bill designates Long Island Rail Road fire marshals as peace officers when acting under their special fire-related duties.

Kwani O'PharrowCodes CommitteeLegal

Impact 4 · Low·15% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage15%

A4347AssemblyS4392· Moved May 11· Referred to finance

Unclaimed Cemetery Funds Reclaimed

This bill allows cemetery corporations to transfer unclaimed certificates or indebtedness to their maintenance fund after three years.

Alicia HyndmanFinance CommitteeFinance

Impact 4 · Low·21% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage21%

S3366Senate· Moved May 11· Referred to health

State Approves Hospital Operators

This bill expands and clarifies which entities need state approval to establish or operate hospitals, including those with certain decision-making powers.

Gustavo RiveraHealth CommitteeHealth

Impact 8 · Significant·15% to pass

Impact8/10Significant

Passage15%

A3085Assembly· Moved May 11· Amend and recommit to ways and means

Tax Private Aircraft Sales

This bill removes the sales and use tax exemption for certain noncommercial aircraft in New York, making them subject to tax.

Robert C. CarrollWays And Means CommitteeFinance

Impact 6 · Moderate·13% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage13%

S3026SenateA8551· Moved May 11· Ordered to third reading cal.465

Ban Devocalizing Pets

This bill restricts surgical devocalization of dogs and cats, allowing it only for medical necessity and imposing penalties for violations.

Michael GianarisOn the Assembly floor

Impact 5 · Moderate·30% to pass

Impact5/10Moderate

Passage30%

A2138AssemblyS611· Moved May 11· Amend and recommit to codes

Allow Victim Statements for Misdemeanors

This bill allows certain misdemeanor victims or their designees to make statements at sentencing, similar to felony cases.

Carrie WoernerCodes CommitteeLegal

Impact 4 · Low·32% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage32%

S1676SenateA1420· Moved May 11· Referred to environmental conservation

Require Wildlife Euthanasia Disclosure

This bill requires nuisance wildlife control operators to inform clients in writing if euthanasia may be used to resolve wildlife issues.

James SkoufisEnvironmental Conservation CommitteeEnvironment & Energy

Impact 3 · Low·15% to pass

Impact3/10Low

Passage15%

A1182AssemblyS410· Moved May 11· Amend and recommit to judiciary

Protect Jury Awards in Discrimination

This bill limits courts' ability to reduce or overturn jury awards in employment discrimination cases unless exceptional circumstances are proven.

Rebecca SeawrightJudiciary CommitteeLegal

Impact 8 · Significant·25% to pass

Impact8/10Significant

Passage25%

S1236SenateA10424· Moved May 11· Substituted by a10424

Expand Virtual Public Hearings

This bill requires the Public Service Commission to provide virtual and in-person access to proceedings and allow electronic filing of documents.

Leroy ComrieOn the Senate floor

Impact 6 · Moderate·30% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage30%

S703SenateA2019· Moved May 11· Referred to codes

Strengthen Animal Cruelty Law

This bill amends the law on aggravated cruelty to animals by removing the requirement that the injury be "serious."

Liz KruegerCodes CommitteeLegal

Impact 4 · Low·33% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage33%

S381Senate· Moved May 11· Referred to labor

Post Mental Health Resources

This bill requires employers to post mental health resources at workplaces and directs the state to create related guidance and materials.

Samra BroukLabor CommitteeEconomy

Impact 6 · Moderate·32% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage32%

S265SenateA7647· Moved May 11· Referred to real property taxation

Study Property Tax Saturation

This bill directs the state board to study the effects of high levels of tax-exempt property on local economies and recommend policy changes.

Pete HarckhamReal Property Taxation CommitteeHousing

Impact 4 · Low·28% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage28%

S88SenateA6772· Moved May 11· Referred to election law

Automatic Voter Registration Expansion

This bill establishes automatic and electronic voter registration and pre-registration for DMV applicants, Medicaid enrollees, and certain housing authority applicants, with new procedures and…

Michael GianarisElection Law CommitteePublic Safety & Consumer Affairs

Impact 8 · Significant·35% to pass

Impact8/10Significant

Passage35%

S10260SenateA10521· Moved May 8· Referred to health