J 1509 New York Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Honoring Amy Meisenzahl of Great Lakes Dried Fruit Company upon the occasion of her designation as Emerging Entrepreneur by the Clarence Chamber of Commerce, to be celebrated on March 19, 2026

This is a symbolic Senate resolution (J 1509) honoring Amy Meisenzahl, founder of Great Lakes Dried Fruit Company in western New York, for being named "Emerging Entrepreneur" by the Clarence Chamber of Commerce. The resolution formally recognizes her work establishing a local food manufacturing startup focused on clean, shelf-stable dried fruit snacks made from regional ingredients. It directs the Senate to pause proceedings on March 19, 2026, to honor her achievement and send her a copy of the resolution. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or policies, but serves to publicly acknowledge her community and business contributions.
Bill status passed 3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Jan 2026
Senate Passage
Feb 2026
Governor
Introduced Jan 29, 2026 Last action Feb 4, 2026
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Feb 4, 2026
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Jan 29, 2026
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Patrick Gallivan
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