Relates to proof required for application of the distinguishing mark on veterans driver's licenses and non-driver IDs; conforms to federal law including National Guard members and reservists with 20 years of service as veterans.
Enacts shoreline resiliency infrastructure regulations providing for preventive measures that could be taken to mitigate the impact of future flooding and provides tax credits for twenty-five percent of the costs of such projects.
Directs the licensing authority in each county to process firearms license applications for victims of domestic abuse who have been issued an order of protection within 14 days of receiving the application.
Requires the testing of newborns for spinal muscular atrophy; requires the department of health to educate the public and distribute informational materials on spinal muscular atrophy.
Requires a written determination to be made, on each application for issuance or renewal of a license to carry or possess a pistol or revolver, within 180 days of receipt; requires refund of all fees submitted with such application if a determination is not made in a timely manner.
Provides that possession and use of a firearm in certain locations under the supervision, guidance and instruction of a qualified firearms instructor shall not be a crime.
Provides that a person who has previously been subjected to two or more petit larceny convictions within 18 months immediately preceding the charge and the aggregate value of the property exceeds one thousand dollars, the person is guilty of grand larceny in the fourth degree.
Eliminates state sales and compensating use taxes on motor fuels and diesel motor fuels; authorizes localities to eliminate such taxes at the local level; establishes various exemptions from New York's sales and use tax; provides for a sales tax exemption for housekeeping supplies and for ready-to-eat foods.