J 1403 New York Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Mourning the death of Shawn Michael O'Mara, devoted father, honorable veteran, compassionate public servant, and beloved community leader

This is a commemorative resolution (not a policy bill) honoring Shawn Michael O'Mara, a New York veteran, funeral director, and community leader who died in 2025. The New York State Legislature formally mourns his life, recognizing his military service, career in funeral services, and volunteer work with fire departments and civic groups. The resolution includes no policy changes or affected parties - it simply expresses the legislature's respect and sends a copy to his family. It was adopted without debate on January 21, 2026.
Bill status passed 3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Jan 2026
Senate Passage
Jan 2026
Governor
Introduced Jan 12, 2026 Last action Jan 21, 2026
Floor votes

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This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions
3
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Jan 21, 2026
Upper · Passed
ADOPTED
upper
Jan 12, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO FINANCE
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

Sponsors

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Photo of Pete Harckham
Pete Harckham
DDemocratic/Working Families
NY
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