Mourning the death of Theodore Holt Chase, distinguished citizen and devoted member of his community
Senate Resolution 1272 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the New York State Senate to honor Theodore Holt Chase, a Lewisboro, New York, community leader and U.S. Army veteran who died on June 17, 2025, at age 93. The resolution directs the Senate to pause its deliberations in tribute to his legacy of public service, including his roles as Town Board member, Deputy Supervisor, and Fire Commissioner. It also instructs that a copy of the resolution be sent to his family, including his wife, children, and grandchildren. This resolution has no policy impact and serves solely as a formal expression of mourning.
Bill status
passed
3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Sep 2025
Committee Review
Sep 2025
Senate Passage
Jan 2026
Governor
Introduced Sep 26, 2025
Last action Jan 13, 2026
Floor votes
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This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
3
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Jan 13, 2026
Senate · Passed
ADOPTED
Sep 26, 2025
Senate · Referred to committee
REFERRED TO FINANCE
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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Legislator
Party
State
District
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Pete Harckham
DDemocratic/Working Families
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