This bill became law this week after the Mayor didn't sign it. It requires construction workers to complete 2 credits of training on mental health, suicide prevention, and substance abuse as part of their mandatory Site Safety Training Card certification. The new requirement aims to address mental health and addiction challenges among construction workers.

The Mayor allowed a bill to become law this week without signing it. The law requires all NYC public, private, and charter schools to stock airway clearance devices (specialized tools for clearing choking) once the FDA approves them for school use and major health organizations recommend protocols. Schools must train staff on how to use them properly, and report annually on how many devices they have and when they're used.

The Mayor allowed a bill to become law this week without signing it, meaning all NYC schools and child care programs must now stock epinephrine auto-injectors (EpiPens) to treat severe allergic reactions. Schools must have at least one device per building, while child care facilities must have at least two, following state health guidelines.

A new cooling law took effect this week after the mayor didn't sign it. Starting June 2030, landlords must provide air conditioning capable of keeping apartments at 78°F or cooler in tenant-occupied buildings, with specific equipment standards and temperature monitoring requirements.

The Mayor allowed this bill to become law this week without signing it. The law prohibits mobile syringe service programs (vans and buses that distribute needles) from operating within playgrounds, within 50 feet of playgrounds, on school grounds, or on sidewalks directly next to schools.

The mayor allowed this bill to become law this week without signing it. The law requires the FDNY to collect old firefighting gear containing PFAS chemicals (toxic 'forever chemicals' linked to health problems) starting January 2028, and swap it with safer equipment. The FDNY must also report annually on how much gear is collected and disposed of.

Mayor Adams allowed this bill to become law this week without his signature. It requires the FDNY to notify firefighters when their gear contains PFAS chemicals (toxic compounds used in firefighting equipment) and to switch to PFAS-free gear whenever possible. The law aims to protect firefighters from long-term health risks linked to these chemicals.

A bill to improve needle and syringe disposal became law this week after the Mayor let it pass unsigned. The law requires syringe service programs to give participants safe disposal containers and information about where to dispose of needles, and mandates the health department report every six months on collection efforts in public spaces.

This bill requires NYC's health department to track and publicly report how well city-run health facilities provide language services to patients after their visits—like translating discharge instructions or providing interpreters. The data would be broken down by patient demographics and facility, helping identify where language barriers exist and where services are falling short.

The City Council approved a bill this week requiring the Department of Health to create clear, step-by-step guidance for people applying for child care program permits. The guidance must include a visual flowchart, list all required licenses and approvals, explain the order to obtain them, and be posted online in multiple languages—making it easier for parents and operators to navigate a confusing permitting process.

This law requires the FDNY to notify firefighters when their protective gear contains PFAS chemicals ("forever chemicals" that don't break down in the environment) and to phase out such gear by 2028 when state regulations take effect. PFAS exposure is linked to health risks including cancer and immune system damage, making this protection critical for firefighters who wear contaminated equipment regularly.

This bill would create a voluntary health screening program for FDNY firefighters to detect exposure to PFAS chemicals—toxic "forever chemicals" found in firefighting foam and other equipment. Active firefighters would get annual screenings and retired firefighters biennial screenings, including blood tests, cancer screenings, and organ function tests, with referrals to specialists as needed.

This bill requires NYC to test drinking water in firehouses for PFAS chemicals every three months and install filtration systems if levels exceed 4 parts per trillion. Fireighters would have safer drinking water, and the city would report testing results publicly quarterly.

This bill would require large food service establishments and retail stores to donate excess edible food instead of throwing it away. It applies to chains and large individual locations (typically 7,000+ sq ft) and defines what qualifies as safe excess food that can be donated.

This bill creates support resources for doulas (birth coaches) in NYC by establishing a doula bill of rights, creating a feedback mechanism for doulas to report hospital experiences, and forming an advisory council to study doula services and recommend best practices. It aims to ensure doulas know their rights and have a voice in improving maternity care.

This bill requires the NYC Department of Health to launch a public education campaign on traumatic brain injuries and concussions, targeting high-risk groups like athletes, construction workers, police, and firefighters. It also mandates annual reporting on TBI rates among city workers and development of workplace training programs on injury prevention and response.

This bill would create a new Department of Community Safety to coordinate emergency response and social services across city agencies. The department would operate 24/7 borough offices handling outreach, conflict mediation, safety patrols, and victim services—aiming to reduce reliance on police for certain calls by deploying specialized responders focused on mental health, homelessness, and violence prevention.

The Mayor allowed a bill to become law this week without signing it, requiring all NYC public, private, and charter schools to stock airway clearance devices (choking-rescue equipment) once the FDA authorizes them for school use and major health organizations recommend protocols. The Department of Health will train school staff on proper use before devices are distributed.

The Mayor allowed this bill to become law without signing it this week. The law requires all NYC public schools, charter schools, and nonpublic schools to stock epinephrine devices (EpiPens) for students experiencing severe allergic reactions. Child care programs must keep at least 2 epinephrine devices on hand. The law takes effect 120 days after becoming law.

The Mayor returned this cooling bill unsigned on January 20, making it law without their approval. The law requires landlords to provide air conditioning in tenant apartments—specifically, cooling systems that maintain indoor temperatures at 78°F or lower in bedrooms and living spaces. Requirements phase in starting June 2030, with different timelines for rent-stabilized units versus market-rate apartments.

The Mayor allowed this bill to become law this week without a signature. The law prohibits mobile syringe service programs from distributing needles and syringes in playgrounds, within 50 feet of playgrounds, on school grounds, or on sidewalks directly next to schools.

The Mayor returned this bill unsigned this week, and it became law automatically. The law requires the Fire Department to collect firefighting gear containing PFAS chemicals (toxic "forever chemicals" used in protective coatings) from firefighters starting in 2028, exchange it for safer equipment when possible, and report annually on progress. PFAS chemicals are linked to health risks and persist in the environment.

The Mayor returned this bill unsigned on January 20, making it law without their signature. The law requires the Fire Department to notify firefighters when their protective gear contains PFAS chemicals (forever chemicals linked to health risks) and to provide PFAS-free equipment whenever possible starting in 2028.

The Mayor returned this bill unsigned this week, allowing it to become law automatically. The bill requires syringe service programs across NYC to provide participants with safe needle disposal containers and guidance on proper disposal practices, and mandates the city report every six months on needle collection efforts in public spaces.

This bill requires the Department of Health to track and publicly report how well city-run health care facilities provide language services—like interpreters and translated forms—for patients after their visits. The data would be broken down by patient demographics to identify gaps in service for non-English speakers and people with low literacy.

The City Council approved a bill this week requiring the Department of Health to create clear guidance for child care providers applying for permits, including a visual map of the process and all required licenses from city agencies. The guidance must be posted on the city website in multiple languages and kept up to date. The bill aims to simplify what can be a confusing multi-step permitting process.