Commending John J. Cottrell 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

Senate Resolution J 1473 commends John J. Cottrell, a Syracuse police officer and community volunteer, for receiving the New York State Senate's Liberty Medal - the Senate's highest honor for an individual. The resolution, adopted on January 28, 2026, formally recognizes Cottrell's service, including his off-duty intervention that helped prevent a potential violent incident, and will be presented to him as a tribute. This ceremonial resolution does not create new laws or affect any policies; it solely serves as a formal expression of the Senate's appreciation.