“Senator Gianaris sponsored a bill that would ban surveillance pricing in New York, which passed through the Senate on May 12th.” www.lohud.com/story/grocer...

“New York State Senator Fernandez has introduced two bills … which aim to restrict billboard ads for gambling, sports betting, tobacco, alcohol, and vaping.” affpapa.com/new-york-to-...

“... If we don’t provide the very common-sense flexibility that these providers require in order to effectuate creating more seats, then the money is only going to go so far.” — Senator James Skoufis www.yahoo.com/news/article...

“In the immediate aftermath of a violent crime, an investigative focus needs to be on identifying a suspect rather than negotiating to secure footage of the incident.” — Senator Monica Martinez patch.com/new-york/lin...

“The ban — which bill sponsors state Sen. May said it is poised to pass the state Senate next week before it heads to the state Assembly — builds on a 2025 state law that requires companies to disclose the use of pricing set by an algorithm.” news.bgov.com/bloomberg-go...

“Senator Gounardes bill is designed to curb dangerous, chronic speeders by requiring them to install Intelligent Speed Assistant (ISA) technology in their vehicles.” www.dailygazette.com/ade/stop-sup...

“As Chair of the Consumer Protection Committee, I’m proud to sponsor two bills in this package, including a cap on excessive car rental fuel charges and protecting financial information after automatic-renewal cancellations.” — Senator Rachel May www.nysenate.gov/newsroom/pre...

"If we are serious about recruiting and retaining the [volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers] New York needs, we must make sure the support provided keeps pace with the demands their service places on them.” — Senator Monica Martinez www.beenews.com/amherst_bee/...

“The event follows the adoption of a New York State Senate resolution sponsored by Senator Monica Martinez recognizing Golf Day in New York and highlighting the game’s economic, environmental, and community impact statewide.” golfbusinessnews.com/news/growing...

“On May 8, Senator Lea Webb presented Timothy Lockwood with a State Senate Commendation Award. … He was chosen for his impact and contributions to the community.” 607newsnow.com/news/258852-...

“The proposed Fraudulent Social Media Advertising Prevention Act, [sponsored by Leroy Comrie], would make platforms verify advertisers and vet commercial posts before publishing. … It would require a concrete vetting process to detect fraud.” www.news10.com/capitol/soci...

“I am proud to recognize Arc De Triomphe Bicycles for its long history and its continued status as a well-known local business. This family-owned business has been a staple in our community for fifty years.” — Senator Joseph Addabbo www.qgazette.com/articles/add...

“By passing S.9848, we are removing unnecessary red tape that is preventing New Yorkers from seeking the justice they deserve.” — Senator Julia Salazar yonkerstimes.com/nys-senate-p...

“[Students] were recognized in the NYS Senate Chamber by Senator Lea Webb for the Clinic’s … support of her bill, S.2280A, [requiring] law enforcement officers to conduct a lethality assessment as part of the standardized domestic incident report form.” news.cornell.edu/stories/2026...

“We cannot allow large corporations to dictate prices in the marketplace, setting terms only to their benefit and forcing smaller grocers to pay inflated prices, which then leads to our families paying a premium for simple food staples.” — Senator Cleare spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/central-...

“[Sponsored by Senator Gianaris] the ‘Protecting Consumers and Jobs from Discriminatory Pricing Act,’ would prohibit … stores from using ‘surveillance pricing,’ specifically digital prices tags on shelves or consumer data that sets custom-tailored prices.” www.news10.com/capitol/new-...

"This legislation sends a clear message that consumers deserve fairness and transparency online. Companies should not be allowed to charge people different prices simply because of the device, its software, or where they are located.” — Senator Chris Ryan www.nysenate.gov/newsroom/pre...

“These proposals are about saving New Yorkers money and stopping large corporations from using deceptive practices to drive up costs. We remain committed to lowering costs for families and consumers across the state.” — @leaderasc.bsky.social

“Linda’s advocacy has helped ensure that workers are treated with fairness and respect, and her commitment to others continues to make a real difference. I am proud to honor her as our 2026 Woman of Distinction.” — Senator Lea Webb 607newsnow.com/news/258852-...

“New York State Senator Lea Webb announced that $854,370 was awarded to Broome County as part of the Statewide Targeted Reductions in Intimate Partner Violence (STRIVE) initiative.” www.wbng.com/2026/05/11/b...

"With over 480,000 school-age students in NY living with a disability or a life-threatening illness, doctors and physicians need to inform parents and guardians about the free and appropriate educational services that are available.” — Senator Pete Harckham riverjournalonline.com/around-town/...

“I am encouraged that the New York City Health Department will announce the amended cooling tower regulations and enforce more frequent Legionella testing ahead of the cooling tower season.” — Senator Cordell Cleare patch.com/new-york/har...

“It’s so important, especially in recognizing all of the honorees today, to lift up the incredible work [they] are doing to not only continue to strengthen our connection to our built environment, but also [to our] larger community.” — Senator Lea Webb www.wbng.com/2026/05/08/s...

“Senator Pete Harckham honored Cynthia B. Knox, Esq, CEO of Caring for the Hungry and Homeless of Peekskill (CHHOP) [on May 8] as the 40th Senate District’s recipient of the Woman of Distinction Award.” riverjournalonline.com/around-town/...

“We know it is important for all our Seniors to age in safe places, such as their home. … For the over 7,000 Older New Yorkers in prison, we must do better — as a matter of law, justice, equity, and moral humanity.” — Senator Cordell Cleare www.harlemworldmagazine.com/harlem-senat...

“With access to live scan fingerprinting, [SPCA] officers can quickly determine whether a suspect has a history of abuse or is wanted for other crimes. Streamlining this process will strengthen public safety and help deliver justice ... ” - Senator Harckham riverjournalonline.com/around-town/...

“ The resulting Shepherd Patterson Notification Act is named partly for Dream's teacher, Shiloh Patterson, and is sponsored today by state Sen. Pete Harckham …” www.lohud.com/story/news/p...

“Communities deserve better, which is why individuals who turn our streets into chaos must face appropriate consequences, and judges must have the ability to protect the public.” — Senator Addabbo www.qchron.com/editions/que...

“Sponsored by State Senator Fernandez (D-34), the bill passed by a bipartisan vote of 54 to 8 as part of the Senate’s Animal Welfare Package this week.” www.humaneworld.org/en/news/new-...

“If signed, it will close the 'secret GRAS' loophole letting food companies hide harmful chemicals — and ban Red Dye 3, potassium bromate & propylparaben from food sold in NY.” — Senator Kavanagh www.themirror.com/lifestyle/fo...

“Housing issues tend to be one of the biggest driving factors of pet surrenders across our state.”- Senator Michelle Hinchey www.newsnationnow.com/us-news/nort...

“Companies are using personal data, like browsing history, device type, and even device battery level, to charge people different prices for the same product. That kind of surveillance pricing is unfair, and we can’t allow it.” — Senator Rachel May www.courthousenews.com/new-york-mov...

“Instead of usually there just being a slap on the wrist and monetary fines. This will actually carry some severe, warranted, criminal penalties for those involved in this type of behavior.” — Senator James Skoufis www.news10.com/news/ny-news...

“New York has always been the leading state in protecting those vulnerable, those without voice. Our animals tend to be that population. Many of us consider them family.”- Senator Monica Martinez www.timesunion.com/capitol/arti...

“We here in New York are taking caring for animals seriously. … These bills strengthen accountability for abusers while reinforcing our conference’s longstanding commitment to standing up for those who cannot speak for themselves.” — @leaderasc.bsky.social

“Our priority is ensuring survivors have the tools, resources, and support they need to heal and rebuild. The legislation restores dignity and helps safeguard their future.” — Senator Lea Webb nycaribnews.com/ny-bills-to-...

“The legislation (S.1327), [sponsored by Senator Kevin Parker], directs the state Public Service Commission to create enforceable minimum standards for payment plans offered by New York utilities.” brooklyneagle.com/384698/utili...

“This important bill builds on New York’s landmark Voting Rights Act by adding new protections for speakers of Haitian Creole and New Yorkers of Middle Eastern and North African descent.” — Senator Zellnor Myrie www.caribbeannationalweekly.com/community-ne...

“Making pet food a little more affordable is also a way to help keep pets with their forever families and not force New Yorkers to surrender a beloved companion because the cost of caring for them has become unsustainable.” — Senator Hinchey cnycentral.com/news/local/s...

“Stalking destroys lives. Forty-three other states have figured this out. It’s time New York did too — by modernizing our laws for a world where harassment has gone digital.” - Senator Gounardes brooklyneagle.com/384555/stalk...

“We've tried to be creative and come up with a common ground solution that's not perfect in the sense that it solves everyone's problems, but it helps move the needle in the right direction.” — Senator Jeremy Cooney spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/watertow...

“The CREEP Act, [ sponsored by Senator Gounardes], would … create a new civil anti‑stalking order of protection that allows courts to step in quickly, before harm escalates.” brooklyn.news12.com/nyc-lawmaker...

The proposal would force employers to say whether they actually plan to fill a posted role — and when. State Sen. Gianaris pushed the measure, citing studies suggesting about one in seven listings may be fake. www.fingerlakes1.com/2026/05/01/n...

Senator Cooney says the goal of the law is to get people to change their behavior, “To know that you know what? I can’t get back home from the bar or from dinner if I’ve had too much to drink. Therefore, I’m going to drink less …” www.whec.com/top-news/par...

“In the current budget negotiations, I am fighting for our proposal to create the Farm Security Resiliency Grant Program, which would help NY farms recover from major climate events like this freeze, & buoy them to the next season.” — Senator Michelle Hinchey www.morningagclips.com/statement-fr...

“I am proud to provide $6 million in state funds for this new ICU at Mount Sinai Queens, which will transform the care they can provide and ensure our neighbors receive quality care closer to home.” — Senator Michael Gianaris www.newswise.com/articles/mou...

“Many survivors are forced to seek safety through a legal system that fails to give them the protection they need. The CREEP Act would change that by creating a new civil anti-stalking order of protection.” — Senator Gounardes westchester.news12.com/nyc-lawmaker...

“Music has a way of honoring the people who shape our lives, particularly the moms who love us and support us with resilience and grace. … This concert is one way we can honor the sacrifices moms make and the joy they extend daily.” — Senator Joseph Addabbo www.caribbeanlife.com/addabbo-host...

“New York has an obligation to lead. That means making clear that consent cannot exist where capacity does not, and ensuring our laws reflect that reality.” — Senator Nathalia Fernandez www.cityandstateny.com/opinion/2026...

“The 50% credit is really important to be able to provide some more money for our small businesses and get that food out of the landfills and onto plates for people across our communities.” — Senator Michelle Hinchey www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news...