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

A2093AssemblyS3567· Moved May 6· Referred to consumer protection
Require Car Material Labels
This bill requires car manufacturers to clearly label interior materials and prohibits misleading marketing of materials like leather, fabric, and plastic.
Charles FallConsumer Protection CommitteePublic Safety & Consumer Affairs
Impact 6 · Moderate·27% to pass
Impact6/10Moderate
Passage27%

S1552SenateA5620· Moved May 6· Reported and committed to finance

Lower Energy Bills for Poor

This bill requires New York utilities to provide a 25-35% rate reduction on electric and gas bills for low-income residents.

Kevin S. ParkerFinance CommitteeEnvironment & Energy

Impact 8 · Significant·35% to pass

Impact8/10Significant

Passage35%

S1551SenateA4047· Moved May 6· Referred to energy

Ban Release of Usage Data

This bill prohibits utilities from sharing individual consumer energy usage data with law enforcement without a court order or consumer consent.

Kevin S. ParkerEnergy CommitteeEnvironment & Energy

Impact 7 · Significant·30% to pass

Impact7/10Significant

Passage30%

S896SenateA6388· Moved May 6· Returned to senate

Require Local Emergency Plans

This bill amends emergency management planning laws to require inclusion of animal welfare organizations and animal-friendly facilities in disaster response plans.

Monica MartinezPassed Assembly

Impact 6 · Moderate·45% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage45%

A688AssemblyS4675· Moved May 6· Returned to assembly

Firefighter Disability Training Required

This bill requires all New York firefighters to receive basic training on handling emergencies involving people with physical or developmental disabilities.

Marianne ButtenschonPassed Senate

Impact 6 · Moderate·45% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage45%

S843SenateA6069· Moved May 6· Amend (t) and recommit to elections

Set Election Staffing Minimums

This bill requires local boards of elections in New York to meet new minimum staffing levels based on the number of active registered voters.

Rachel MayElections CommitteePublic Safety & Consumer Affairs

Impact 6 · Moderate·26% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage26%

S559SenateA1993· Moved May 6· Referred to ways and means

Raise Poll Worker Pay

This bill raises the minimum pay for election inspectors, coordinators, and training sessions in New York State and New York City.

Liz KruegerWays And Means CommitteeFinance

Impact 5 · Moderate·27% to pass

Impact5/10Moderate

Passage27%

A390Assembly· Moved May 6· Amend and recommit to banks

Warn Consumers of Money Scams

This bill requires money transmitters in New York to provide clear fraud warnings to consumers before transferring funds, with penalties for noncompliance.

Albert A. StirpeBanks CommitteeFinance

Impact 5 · Moderate·21% to pass

Impact5/10Moderate

Passage21%

S344SenateA4901· Moved May 6· Amend and recommit to transportation

Allow Autonomous Vehicles

This bill establishes regulations for the operation, licensing, insurance, and oversight of fully autonomous vehicles and on-demand autonomous vehicle networks in New York State.

Jeremy CooneyTransportation CommitteeTransportation

Impact 8 · Significant·17% to pass

Impact8/10Significant

Passage17%

S335SenateA2015· Moved May 6· Referred to economic development

Allow Class Action Antitrust Suits

The bill updates New York's antitrust laws to address monopolies, monopsonies, and unfair competition, enhances enforcement, and allows class action lawsuits.

Michael GianarisEconomic Development CommitteeEconomy

Impact 8 · Significant·32% to pass

Impact8/10Significant

Passage32%

S319SenateA5459· Moved May 6· Referred to correction

Expand Prison Educational Leave

This bill expands eligibility for educational leave to incarcerated individuals within two years of becoming eligible.

Julia SalazarCorrection CommitteePublic Safety & Consumer Affairs

Impact 6 · Moderate·35% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage35%

S10212SenateA11218· Moved May 5· Referred to elections

Invalidate Fraudulent Petitions

This bill requires that any petition with 25% or more fraudulent signatures be completely thrown out.

William WeberElections CommitteePublic Safety & Consumer Affairs

Impact 6 · Moderate·11% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage11%

S10211Senate· Moved May 5· Referred to environmental conservation

Wine & Liquor Bottle Deposits

This bill creates a deposit and recycling program for wine and liquor containers in New York State.

Patricia FahyEnvironmental Conservation CommitteeEnvironment & Energy

Impact 8 · Significant·19% to pass

Impact8/10Significant

Passage19%

S10209SenateA11183· Moved May 5· Referred to civil service and pensions

Retroactive Pension Access for Rockland School

This bill allows Rockland Central School District employees to join the state retirement system retroactively starting July 1, 2025.

Peter OberackerCivil Service And Pensions CommitteeFinance

Impact 4 · Low·17% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage17%

S10208SenateA9659· Moved May 5· Referred to insurance

Require Insurance for PANS

This bill requires health insurance plans in New York to cover treatment for pediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndrome.

Pete HarckhamInsurance CommitteeFinance

Impact 6 · Moderate·21% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage21%

A11281AssemblyS7490· Moved May 5· Referred to local governments

Extend Water Authority Funding

This bill makes South Nassau and North Shore Water Authorities eligible for environmental bond funding in 2026-2027.

Judy GriffinLocal Governments CommitteeLocal Government

Impact 4 · Low·36% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage36%

S10207SenateA11241· Moved May 5· Referred to civil service and pensions

Grant Retroactive Pension Membership

This bill allows George Orfanoudakis to receive Tier II retirement benefits as if he joined in 2005.

William WeberCivil Service And Pensions CommitteeFinance

Impact 2 · Minimal·6% to pass

Impact2/10Minimal

Passage6%

S10206SenateA11279· Moved May 5· Referred to civil service and pensions

Police Officers Get Retirement Credit

This bill allows two Menands police officers to receive extra retirement service credit they previously missed.

Jake AshbyCivil Service And Pensions CommitteeFinance

Impact 3 · Low·13% to pass

Impact3/10Low

Passage13%

S10205Senate· Moved May 5· Referred to aging

Inform Landlords on Accessibility

This bill requires New York to create and share educational materials for landlords about accessible housing for seniors and people with disabilities.

Christopher RyanAging CommitteeHealth

Impact 4 · Low·17% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage17%

S10204SenateA10854· Moved May 5· Referred to finance

Add Tech Subscriptions to Fixed Assets

This bill adds technology subscriptions and pay-per-use technology services to the definition of state fixed assets.

Jeremy CooneyFinance CommitteeFinance

Impact 6 · Moderate·27% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage27%

S10202SenateA11254· Moved May 5· Referred to consumer protection

Remove Reconsideration Language

This bill removes the rule that required debtors to request reconsideration before suing creditors.

Cordell CleareConsumer Protection CommitteePublic Safety & Consumer Affairs

Impact 4 · Low·19% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage19%

S10201SenateA11023· Moved May 5· Referred to mental health

Expand Language Access Rules

This bill requires mental health facilities to provide key materials in the twelve most common non-English languages in New York State.

Cordell CleareMental Health CommitteeHealth

Impact 7 · Significant·30% to pass

Impact7/10Significant

Passage30%

A11280AssemblyS10236· Moved May 5· Referred to economic development

Stop Storefront Gate Fines

This bill stops local governments from forcing small businesses to replace existing storefront security gates based on transparency rules.

Samuel PirozzoloEconomic Development CommitteeEconomy

Impact 5 · Moderate·16% to pass

Impact5/10Moderate

Passage16%

S10198SenateA2655· Moved May 5· Referred to disabilities

Create Deaf Advocacy Commission

This bill creates a New York State commission to advocate for and support deaf and hard of hearing residents.

Patricia FahyDisabilities CommitteeHealth

Impact 6 · Moderate·28% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage28%

S10197SenateA11316· Moved May 5· Referred to local government

Tax High-Value Second Homes

This bill allows cities, towns, and villages outside New York City to tax high-value non-primary residences.

Patricia FahyLocal Government CommitteeLocal Government

Impact 7 · Significant·24% to pass

Impact7/10Significant

Passage24%

S10192SenateA1956· Moved May 5· Referred to crime victims, crime and correction

Mental Health Care for Inmates

This bill requires mental health services and support for incarcerated people dealing with trauma from incarceration.

Jabari BrisportCrime Victims, Crime And Correction CommitteePublic Safety & Consumer Affairs

Impact 8 · Significant·31% to pass

Impact8/10Significant

Passage31%

S10191SenateA11049· Moved May 5· Referred to judiciary

Raise NYC Marriage Fees

This bill increases the marriage ceremony and marriage license fees in New York City.

John LiuJudiciary CommitteeLegal

Impact 4 · Low·17% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage17%

S10190SenateA10619· Moved May 5· Referred to mental health

Promote Behavioral Health Clinics

This bill creates a statewide public awareness campaign about certified community behavioral health clinics and their services.

Joseph P. Addabbo Jr.Mental Health CommitteeHealth

Impact 6 · Moderate·30% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage30%

J2044Senate· Moved May 5· Adopted

Honor Carlos Beltran's Hall Induction

This resolution honors Carlos Beltran for his Baseball Hall of Fame induction and his charitable work.

Michael GianarisAdopted

Impact 2 · Minimal·Adopted

Impact2/10Minimal

OutcomeAdopted

J2043Senate· Moved May 5· Adopted

Honor Women of Distinction

This resolution congratulates the 2026 New York State Senate Women of Distinction honorees for their achievements.

Andrea Stewart-CousinsAdopted

Impact 2 · Minimal·Adopted

Impact2/10Minimal

OutcomeAdopted

J2041Senate· Moved May 5· Adopted

Honor Floyd Peterson III

This resolution honors the life and community contributions of Floyd "Todd" Peterson III of Ithaca.

Lea WebbAdopted

Impact 1 · Minimal·Adopted

Impact1/10Minimal

OutcomeAdopted

J2038Senate· Moved May 5· Adopted

Honor Marlboro Bowling Champions

This resolution congratulates the Marlboro High School Boys Bowling Team for winning the 2026 Division II State Championship.

Michelle HincheyAdopted

Impact 1 · Minimal·Adopted

Impact1/10Minimal

OutcomeAdopted

J1992Senate· Moved May 5· Adopted

Honor Panama Black Heritage Month

This resolution honors Afro-Panamanian heritage by recognizing Panama's Black Heritage Month and Day in May 2026.

Zellnor MyrieAdopted

Impact 2 · Minimal·Adopted

Impact2/10Minimal

OutcomeAdopted

J1990Senate· Moved May 5· Adopted

Honor Variety Child Learning Center

This resolution honors the 60th anniversary of Variety Child Learning Center for its service to children and families.

Steve RhoadsAdopted

Impact 2 · Minimal·Adopted

Impact2/10Minimal

OutcomeAdopted

J1988Senate· Moved May 5· Adopted

Honor FLCC Volleyball Champions

This resolution congratulates the Finger Lakes Community College Men's Volleyball Team for winning the 2026 NJCAA Division III National Championship.

Pamela HelmingAdopted

Impact 1 · Minimal·Adopted

Impact1/10Minimal

OutcomeAdopted

J1987Senate· Moved May 5· Adopted

Honor Top Basketball Player

This resolution honors Jaxon Egloff for being named New York's Class D Boys Basketball Player of the Year.

Dan StecAdopted

Impact 1 · Minimal·Adopted

Impact1/10Minimal

OutcomeAdopted

J1986Senate· Moved May 5· Adopted

Honor Local Pretzel Bakery

This resolution honors Martin's Pretzel Bakery for receiving the National Small Business Manufacturer of the Year Award.

Dan StecAdopted

Impact 1 · Minimal·Adopted

Impact1/10Minimal

OutcomeAdopted

J1984Senate· Moved May 5· Adopted

Honor Madeline Wilson's 100th Birthday

This resolution congratulates Madeline Wilson on celebrating her 100th birthday.

Jabari BrisportAdopted

Impact 1 · Minimal·Adopted

Impact1/10Minimal

OutcomeAdopted

J1983Senate· Moved May 5· Adopted

Declare May Day Statewide

This resolution asks the Governor to declare May 1, 2026, as May Day in New York State.

Jessica RamosAdopted

Impact 2 · Minimal·Adopted

Impact2/10Minimal

OutcomeAdopted

S10008SenateA10289· Moved May 5· Amend and recommit to health

Review Home Care Costs

This bill requires a review and report on costs of licensed home care agencies, with recommendations by 2027.

Leroy ComrieHealth CommitteeHealth

Impact 4 · Low·28% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage28%

S9798SenateA178· Moved May 5· Reported and committed to codes

Ban Condoms as Evidence

The bill prohibits using possession of condoms and other sexual health devices as evidence of prostitution in criminal and civil proceedings.

Luis R. SepúlvedaCodes CommitteeLegal

Impact 7 · Significant·35% to pass

Impact7/10Significant

Passage35%

S9678Senate· Moved May 5· Reported and committed to finance

Prioritize Employee-Owned Businesses

This bill adds employee-owned enterprises and worker cooperatives to the list of preferred contractors for New York State public contracts.

April BaskinFinance CommitteeLegal

Impact 7 · Significant·27% to pass

Impact7/10Significant

Passage27%

S9543SenateA10525· Moved May 5· Substituted by a10525

Permit Alcohol Near Manhattan Church

This bill allows a specific property at 1003 Second Avenue, Manhattan, to be exempt from the law prohibiting alcohol sales near churches or schools.

Liz KruegerOn the Senate floor

Impact 3 · Low·30% to pass

Impact3/10Low

Passage30%

S9499SenateA10346· Moved May 5· Reported and committed to finance

No Tolls for State Police

This bill exempts New York State Police members from paying tolls when entering or exiting Ward's Island for official duties.

Jeremy CooneyFinance CommitteeTransportation

Impact 3 · Low·23% to pass

Impact3/10Low

Passage23%

S9377SenateA10384· Moved May 5· Reported and committed to consumer protection

Update Vehicle Accident Reports

This bill allows non-private vehicle accident report information to be released to responsible vendors under contract, with restrictions on use and resale.

Jeremy CooneyConsumer Protection CommitteeTransportation

Impact 4 · Low·21% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage21%

S9280SenateA10199· Moved May 5· Reported and committed to finance

Open State Water Data

The New York Open Water Data Act requires state agencies to standardize, share, and publicly release water data for improved management and transparency.

Rachel MayFinance CommitteeEnvironment & Energy

Impact 7 · Significant·33% to pass

Impact7/10Significant

Passage33%

A10335AssemblyS9035· Moved May 5· Referred to judiciary

Allow Class Actions on Government

This bill prohibits courts from denying class action certification solely because the case involves governmental operations.

Michaelle C. SolagesJudiciary CommitteeLegal

Impact 7 · Significant·34% to pass

Impact7/10Significant

Passage34%

A10311AssemblyS10517· Moved May 5· Reported referred to ways and means

Require Hearings on Lease Succession

This bill requires a hearing for family members denied succession rights to a lease or sublease by a housing company in New York City.

Linda RosenthalWays And Means CommitteeFinance

Impact 6 · Moderate·33% to pass

Impact6/10Moderate

Passage33%

S9216Senate· Moved May 5· Reported and committed to finance

Study Bridge Ship Impact Safety

This bill requires several New York transportation authorities to study if major bridges can withstand impacts from large ships and report findings by 2028.

Michelle HincheyFinance CommitteeTransportation

Impact 4 · Low·12% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage12%

A10037AssemblyS9026· Moved May 5· Reported referred to ways and means

No Tolls for Emergency Vehicles

This bill requires the New York State Thruway Authority to issue emergency service permits or refunds for tolls incurred by ambulances and fire vehicles during emergencies.

Christopher EachusWays And Means CommitteeEconomy

Impact 4 · Low·33% to pass

Impact4/10Low

Passage33%