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Senator Gustavo Rivera and other sponsors framed the bill as a step toward reproductive justice and better medical and postnatal care for pregnant and postpartum incarcerated people. Senator Rivera said the bill was designed so \"no other child finds themselves... left to be taken care of\" without safeguards. He described the 2023 incident in his district related to a fatal fentanyl exposure as an example of why stronger oversight and training were necessary in child care and inspection contexts; that bill was a separate public‑health measure he described earlier.

Opponents, including Senator George Borrello and Senator Kevin Martins, argued the proposal could leave infants housed in correctional settings for up to 18 months, which they called inhumane. \"Any bill that would allow for a child to remain in a prison for up to 18 months and maybe longer, is inhumane,\" Martins said, and he said he would vote no.

Supporters urged colleagues to visit correctional nursery programs to see how they operate and cited research showing lack of prenatal care for incarcerated pregnant people. Senator Jessica Salazar (Salazar) highlighted research and advocacy by Cornell University's policy clinic and said that currently an estimated 45% of incarcerated pregnant people receive no prenatal care while incarcerated, increasing risks to infants. She called the legislation a necessary step to ensuring better prenatal and postpartum health and to reducing intergenerational harms.

The Senate proceeded to a recorded vote and the bill passed the chamber; the clerk announced the vote and listed senators who recorded no votes. Supporters said the legislation will improve maternal and infant health outcomes for a vulnerable and often overlooked population.

Why it matters: The legislation affects how the state treats pregnant and postpartum incarcerated people and their infants, with implications for health outcomes, corrections policy, and reproductive justice advocates. It also drew a notable floor divide about policy for babies born while parents are incarcerated.

What’s next: The bill will advance to the governor for action; implementation will require corrections and health departments to develop procedures in line with the law’s requirements.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","New York State Senate Session - 06/10/2025","oneSentenceSummary","The Senate passed legislation addressing care for infants born to incarcerated parents (the CARE Act provisions), drawing sharp floor debate between senators who called the bill humane and others who opposed children remaining in correctional settings.","taxTitle","2025 Legislature NY, New York","taxId",77685,"location","New York","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6206294,"Senate approves requirement for adult sanitary changing stations in large public facilities",159,2878000,3037000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3764060-56c933b1912740bfd55b521984dd02e9&start=2878&end=3037","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3764060-56c933b1912740bfd55b521984dd02e9/thumbnail_2878000.jpg","/articles/6206294/New-York/Senate-approves-requirement-for-adult-sanitary-changing-stations-in-large-public-facilities","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6206294-eab3f513360ea393f5935961b70e7505/orig.mp4?Expires=1770764666&Signature=NdA00bOUORsSSjqxB5fLvUZU-j6KkSLZyB43oBg2DR5y6L8w3tTk-QzrJbpi~YNt57wRZuGZ~W5EC~NhKz6FGQg7UMAirhNgvYTxOgsLrp2OuutIM6qvmpjYv1dbH94D8ubGMAM2CrOxAVup9J-WH7a0SEjFo4kd3oGdX6urbmFEWxaYP4AWbue6Ps~ucuYpLcISAXQxT1ehJw6mVPNKZ8e6xSOcFVAhCoELFYAxRs7jVaEUOxWoyOfxR45LJC-NiHwac-Lj6~nONQoDm1KCB0hqjnJ9i0SThyauzgTbkVm9zbd0K8lAZD-N1yY34JbfaNcTn~4aRQUfuVVS9R8Mmg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Senate on June 9 approved legislation that would require certain large public facilities to provide adult sanitary changing stations to improve accessibility for people with disabilities and those who assist them.

Senator David Harckham introduced the measure on the floor and described how advocates told him the absence of adult changing stations limited the ability of people with disabilities to travel and attend public events. \"Places like the Thruway and the Capitol and Legislative Office Building did not have sanitary changing stations for adults,\" Harckham said, adding that the bill \"requires public buildings, with accommodations of more than 2,500 ... to have these facilities so that we're breaking down barriers for folks with differing abilities.\"

Senator James Rawlinson (Rawlinson) described visiting events hosted by disability‑advocacy groups and said organizers often bring large portable changing units because venues lack permanent facilities. \"They bring these changing stations to the venue...they are big units, require large vans to bring them to the venue so they can enjoy a night out,\" Rawlinson said, adding that the bill advances \"traveling with dignity.\"

Supporters called the bill a practical accessibility change that helps veterans, people with traumatic brain injuries and others who need assistance or specialized equipment. The Senate adopted the bill by recorded vote; the clerk announced the result with one senator recorded in the negative.

Why it matters: The measure targets accessibility barriers that disability advocates say exclude people from public life. Supporters framed it as making public spaces usable for older adults, people with disabilities and caregivers, while opponents raised cost or scope concerns in limited remarks.

What happens next: With passage on June 9, the bill goes to the governor for signature. If signed, covered facilities will need to install and maintain adult sanitary changing stations according to the law’s specifications.","Lawmakers passed a bill requiring large public facilities to provide adult sanitary changing stations, supporters saying the measure increases access for people with disabilities and caregivers; proponents described personal encounters underscoring the need.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":91,"_43":92,"_45":93,"_47":94,"_49":95,"_51":96,"_53":97,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":98,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":99,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6206299,"Senate approves change allowing mechanical ventilation as alternative to openable windows for certain residential conversions",189,4423000,4612000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3764060-56c933b1912740bfd55b521984dd02e9&start=4423&end=4612","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3764060-56c933b1912740bfd55b521984dd02e9/thumbnail_4423000.jpg","/articles/6206299/New-York/Senate-approves-change-allowing-mechanical-ventilation-as-alternative-to-openable-windows-for-certain-residential-conversions","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6206299-3e2794975db462880f2561826631e412/orig.mp4?Expires=1770764666&Signature=ZNqAchASKidIrxgw~kRt2n2FgfS-HFhPOwpxDK5wA0x3rvWZn324b6bKj0YyLw~7ssJFBFaobdw9oLk4oRb1~NoLZrgWJ4m6okRcdWBZPVUv87HQ~TAs25hepbs74Jra7i8OPMgOvdczMesDJBMdFsExICWaMgQHsamOCk5gCJW5TAnuisNlVlXqvIlDyHo~rrZ7vkpkhNRcNkoo2ieaAsg76Gcv6~Ywh-EfTTf6BM~FeNwhpH14Jz5PzozZJtqfmHVgaDTh9mjLmVI~dM9BX5vzQ0Udd1Zsdaj7pEcuH8EWTXYu2F~MFA7d35uqDj4TGxfDtGXYDaDlRiIllRoB9A__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Senate on June 9 approved an amendment to the Multiple Dwelling Law that allows certain newly developed or converted residential units to meet state ventilation standards through mechanical systems rather than requiring openable windows. The proposal was presented as a way to lower conversion costs and accelerate residential development in commercial buildings in New York City.

Senator Andrew Gounardes (reading the calendar entry) brought the bill forward; Senator Kevin Palumbo spoke against the measure on the floor, arguing it would remove local authority. \"My concern...is if there are certain local codes requiring open windows for egress, I'm not talking about a 30‑story building. I'm talking about a 2‑story building,\" Palumbo said. \"This removes local control statewide. So that's a significant concern to me. I do appreciate the idea that we're looking to expand housing opportunities, but for those purposes, I'll be voting no.\"

Senator Brad Hoylman Siegel, who supported the change, framed the bill as a measure aimed at speeding conversions in Manhattan and other urban areas where converting commercial buildings into housing is under way. \"We have found in studies...window requirements increase costs by 35%,\" Hoylman Siegel said on the floor, adding that other U.S. cities have adopted similar mechanical‑ventilation standards.

Senator Sean Ryan and others who supported confirmation of the bill emphasized workforce and housing benefits from conversions; Senator Todd Kaminsky noted the approach had been adopted in other cities. Senator Walter Rivera said the change applies to New York City in current text, and that the bill is aimed at encouraging conversions in high‑demand areas.

The bill passed the Senate on a recorded vote with the clerk announcing the tally as 37 ayes, 20 nays. Opponents said the statewide preemption of local window or egress rules raises safety and local‑control issues; proponents said the change is narrowly targeted to buildings developed in accordance with the specified ventilation standards and will help create housing supply.

Why it matters: The change affects how developers and local governments may approach conversions of commercial buildings to residential use, by permitting mechanical ventilation systems that meet specified standards instead of openable windows in covered projects. Supporters say it reduces construction costs and speeds conversions; critics said it removes local discretion and could have unintended consequences outside high‑density urban contexts.

What’s next: With Senate passage on June 9, the bill moves to the governor for signature or veto. If enacted, building and local agencies will need to apply the new standards to eligible conversions.","Lawmakers approved an amendment to the Multiple Dwelling Law to allow residential units developed or converted from nonresidential buildings to meet ventilation standards without requiring openable windows, prompting debate about local control and housing conversion costs.",{"_33":101,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":102,"_41":103,"_43":104,"_45":105,"_47":106,"_49":107,"_51":108,"_53":109,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":110,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":111,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6206303,"Senate confirms slate of judicial nominees after judiciary committee report",1181,922000,2103000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3764060-56c933b1912740bfd55b521984dd02e9&start=922&end=2103","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3764060-56c933b1912740bfd55b521984dd02e9/thumbnail_922000.jpg","/articles/6206303/New-York/Senate-confirms-slate-of-judicial-nominees-after-judiciary-committee-report","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6206303-184195941888a82bd08190ce4abc599f/orig.mp4?Expires=1770764666&Signature=FAF9VqFdk3zCWmWot2pwe3DkZvyRXukEHW6HSJoaUT7wzaA2ShhNoL-g4prRQ5Fv5kqV8DF7hTLIKyCah5tdXbsXW8QBHC~uS3Tvr32icG9TdyauHxfWfiN8CHXImJuyFwBnxEMlvmPZQtUydLhGUCc7AaIernMxiA3zJL7qKnUyN~cnEfc36iIeZHfal5a3WQ7kGJKInyHiU5iSFTxqq9n0As3rHS4Kj50JGr4lmdbx0Ha9KdWoA3gk5VsyzrEqA3tjjjkqMuqg70zyNkWSkZ-y4dUFKnEPcUzz20SW18ECPNfTyeqHTvcHvg5Dj-u0fHM0AQO33rh4upoynpiQiQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The New York State Senate on June 9 accepted a report from the Committee on Judiciary and confirmed a large slate of interim and other judicial nominees, including nominees for the State Supreme Court, Family Court and Court of Claims.

The Judiciary Committee report, introduced on the floor by Senator Brad Hoylman Siegel, listed multiple nominees across courts and assemblies. After committee members described the candidates' records, the Senate moved to place the nominations before the full body and to vote on the confirmations.

Senator Brad Hoylman Siegel, chair of the Judiciary Committee, moved to bring the committee nominations to the floor and to recognize any senator who wished to speak on candidates. \"I want to thank my colleagues on the judiciary committee, both sides of the aisle, participated in a robust and rigorous session yesterday with the candidates before us,\" he said on the floor.

Several senators offered remarks about individual nominees. Senator Zellnor Myrie and others praised nominees with public‑defender, legal‑aid or academic backgrounds as bringing important perspectives to the bench. Senator Julia Salazar and Senator Sean Ryan both highlighted nominees who had legal‑aid and public‑service backgrounds; Ryan said such experience \"gives you an invaluable lens when you're on the bench.\" Senator Kevin Bailey delivered a personal endorsement of Noel Mendez, describing Mendez's varied legal experience and saying, \"My loss will be New York State's gain; the bench's gain.\" Senator Andrea Stewart‑Cousins and other members also spoke in favor of nominees from their regions.

After remarks, the chamber proceeded to recorded roll calls on the report and the individual nominations. The nominees were confirmed and Senate leaders asked those confirmed to rise and be recognized on the floor.

Why it matters: judicial confirmations place judges on New York's courts where they will decide a wide range of civil, criminal and administrative matters. The confirmations drew attention to nominees' prior public‑service experience — including legal‑aid, prosecution, academic and administrative work — that senators said will shape their approach from the bench.

What happened next: Senate clerks recorded the roll calls and announced the confirmations; senators from both parties spoke in support of multiple nominees before the votes.

\"You come with a great experience here,\" Senator Sean Ryan said of one nominee. \"You're going to bring each and every one of those experiences...to the bench,\" he told the chamber.","The New York State Senate accepted the judiciary committee report and confirmed a long slate of interim and other judicial nominees, with several senators speaking in support of individual candidates before the roll calls.","actionData","errors"]

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