Commending Terry Alan Anderson posthumously upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of a Liberty Medal, the highest honor bestowed upon an individual by the New York State Senate
This Senate resolution posthumously commends Terry Alan Anderson, a former Marine Corps combat journalist and Associated Press correspondent, for receiving the New York State Senate Liberty Medal. The document highlights Anderson's six-and-a-half-year captivity as a hostage in Lebanon, his resilience during that time, and his subsequent community service and charitable work. It formally recognizes his patriotism and contributions to journalism and veteran support while instructing the Senate to send a copy of the resolution to his family.
Bill status
passed
3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2024
Committee Review
May 2024
Senate Passage
May 2024
Governor
Introduced May 10, 2024
Last action May 14, 2024
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This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
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3
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May 14, 2024
Senate · Passed
ADOPTED
May 10, 2024
Senate · Referred to committee
REFERRED TO FINANCE
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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James Skoufis
DDemocratic
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