Creates the division of regulatory review and economic growth to review regulatory processes and permit requirements in order to facilitate economic growth; imposes a two-for-one rule reduction requirement.
Enacts the "New York State pedestrian right-of-way protection act" which makes it an unclassified misdemeanor to stop, stand or park a vehicle in a pedestrian right-of-way.
Increases the fine on individuals who commit the crime of criminal contempt in the first degree to up to $150,000 if such crime was wilfully committed persistently and/or egregiously as determined by the court.
Relates to the environmental assessment of a historic preservation plan; addresses environmental impact statements, dates for filing drafts of such statewide comprehensive historic preservation plan, funds available for historic preservation purposes, and the New York state archaeological survey assistance fund.
Provides that any requirement that undocumented immigrants who are seeking asylum in the United States be sheltered in a certain locality or localities shall only apply to those towns, cities, and counties that opt-in to such requirement through the adoption of a local law or ordinance; defines the term "sheltered" as including, but not limited to, being temporarily or permanently placed into housing, dwelling, or living quarters by a state or local governmental entity.
Establishes the New York state diplomas to homeownership assistance program; provides awards of up to fifteen thousand dollars to eligible applicants for repayment on student loans; makes an appropriation therefor.
Requires the commissioner of environmental conservation to promote education in hunting, fishing and outdoor education in high school physical education courses.
Requires the division of criminal justice services to check the wanted felon status and probation or parole violator status of people applying for public assistance.