Honoring Michael Watson upon the occasion of his retirement after 30 years of distinguished service to the Corning Police Department
This is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (J 1218), not a bill with policy provisions. It formally honors Michael Watson for his 30 years of service as a dispatcher with the Corning Police Department, recognizing his retirement on June 26, 2025. The resolution expresses the legislature's appreciation for his "faithful, conscientious, and valuable service" and "calming presence," but contains no binding requirements or changes to law. It has no direct effect on any policies, funding, or individuals beyond the symbolic recognition.
Bill status
passed
3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jun 2025
Committee Review
Jun 2025
Senate Passage
Jun 2025
Governor
Introduced Jun 10, 2025
Last action Jun 12, 2025
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This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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Total actions
3
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Jun 12, 2025
Upper · Passed
ADOPTED
upper
Jun 10, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO FINANCE
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Tom O'Mara
RRepublican/Conservative
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