S4854
An act to amend the Public Health Law — 2025-06-10 · Calendar #660
The New York State Senate passed S4854, a Public Health Law amendment that restricts the sale of certain products including Big League Chew bubble gum, by a vote of 45-13 on a roll call. The bill, sponsored by Sen. Skoufis and credited to Republican County Executive Kevin Byrne, drew criticism from opponents who questioned its effectiveness. Sen. Borrello argued the measure was un-American and impractical, noting that consumers could still purchase the products online and have them shipped to their homes, effectively only forcing the products to be imported from other states rather than banned outright. The bill takes effect January 1.
PASSED
Ayes: 45
· Nays: 13
Debate Summary
The bill, which appears to restrict the sale of certain products including Big League Chew bubble gum, generated floor debate focused on the practical and philosophical implications of the ban. Sen. Borrello criticized the measure as ineffective, noting that products could still be purchased online and shipped to consumers' homes, and characterized the ban as un-American. Sen. Skoufis, the bill sponsor, credited Republican County Executive Kevin Byrne with the idea and expressed appreciation for his support.
Recorded Votes
Recorded votes are predominantly dissenting (nay) votes captured from roll call records.
| Senator | Vote | Party |
|---|---|---|
| Borrello | nay | Republican |
| Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick | nay | Republican |
| Chan | nay | Republican |
| Gallivan | nay | Republican |
| Griffo | nay | Republican |
| Helming | nay | Republican |
| Lanza | nay | Republican |
| O'Mara | nay | Republican |
| Oberacker | nay | Republican |
| Ortt | nay | Republican |
| Rhoads | nay | Republican |
| Tedisco | nay | Republican |
| Walczyk | nay | Republican |
An act to require the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority to develop recommendations regarding the establishment of microgrids — 2023-03-27 · Calendar #428
The New York State Senate passed legislation sponsored by Sen. Parker requiring the State Energy Research and Development Authority to develop recommendations for establishing microgrids. The bill, Senate Print 4854 (Calendar No. 428), passed on a roll call vote, 62-0. The measure takes effect immediately. No debate was recorded during floor consideration.
PASSED
Ayes: 62
· Nays: 0
Debate Summary
No substantive debate was recorded on this bill. The measure proceeded directly to a roll call vote.