Asm. Dana Levenberg

Assemblymember Simpson expressed concerns about the bill despite supporting its intent, noting that sportsmen organizations in his district reported no communication with the Department of Environmental Conservation on the issue. Simpson stated there has not been enough scientific data to support the measure and cited past bad experiences with similar policies.

Assemblymember Glick clarified that the bill is limited to traveling acts and prohibits only large cats, bears, non-human primates, kangaroos and wallabies. She emphasized the bill does not limit domesticated farm animals at county fairs or other events, and is targeted at protecting the public from dangerous incidents. Glick noted that 4-H activities and county fair displays of safe animals remain unaffected.

The bill would extend to minor parties without county committees the ability to challenge voter registrations for party affiliation—a power currently available only to major parties with county committees. Supporters argued it levels the playing field and prevents party lines from being 'hijacked' by those not genuinely aligned with party principles. Opponents contended the bill is unconstitutional, targets the Working Families Party in response to a specific 2024 congressional race (NY-17), undermines local party control, and allows unelected state bodies to determine voters' political beliefs. The debate centered on whether the bill addresses a real problem or is a partisan power grab.

The bill levels the playing field for minor parties without county committees, allowing them the same enrollment removal process as parties with county committees. The process already exists and is utilized by parties with county committees; this simply extends it to those without them.

The bill codifies protections against redlining and housing discrimination into state law. At a time when the federal government is not protecting civil rights, New York must stand strong together.

Expressed pride in cosponsoring the bill and noted it helps get organs to people who need them. Called for continued efforts to prioritize organ donation in the state.

The bill extends vital protections for volunteer firefighters suffering from lung disease incurred in the line of duty and ensures the presumption linking service to disabling lung conditions remains in effect through 2030, allowing them access to benefits and greater peace of mind.

The bill requires utilities and municipalities to notify customers of scheduled work that will impact property use, building on existing 2022 NYC requirements and allowing flexibility in notification methods.

Discussed her father's choice to stop dialysis and emphasized that people should have the ability to end their lives with dignity and compassion.

Levenberg praised the bill as necessary infrastructure investment, noting from personal experience that retrofitting existing homes is far more expensive than building charging capability into new construction, and that the state needs to be ready for EV adoption.

Emphasized that retrofitting existing homes for EV charging is far more expensive than installing during new construction and that the state must build necessary infrastructure to support the transition away from fossil fuels.

Supported the bill as providing necessary choice for people who don't fit into binary male/female categories. Noted that as a municipal official, she knows online forms can easily be updated to include the option.

The bill provides important choice for people who do not fit into male or female categories. As a municipal official, she notes that online forms make implementation easy and the option should be available to those who wish to use it.

Shared personal experience with celiac disease and emphasized the importance of restaurant and employee awareness, noting gluten is present in many foods and easy to miss without understanding.

The bill will open opportunities for individuals with mild color vision deficiencies to serve as police officers, addressing recruitment challenges and promoting inclusivity in law enforcement. It has received support from law enforcement and medical professionals.

The bill makes organ donor registration easier by allowing it through electronic health records. New York ranks very low nationally in organ donor registration, and this measure will help increase registration rates and save lives.

Recounted visiting Pennsylvania fracking sites and witnessing negative impacts on schools, crime, water supplies, and communities, with millions of trucks causing environmental damage. Noted CO2 fracking would bring similar negative consequences.