J 17 New York Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Commending Wendy Boyer upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of a Liberty Medal, the highest honor bestowed upon an individual by the New York State Senate

This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (not a law) commending Wendy Boyer, a Middlesex Valley School Teacher Aide, for saving a student's life during a choking incident on May 15, 2024, by performing abdominal thrusts. The resolution formally awards her the Liberty Medal - the New York State Senate's highest honor for heroic acts - and recognizes her as a "humble hero" whose actions exemplify compassion. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it solely serves as a formal expression of the Senate's recognition. The resolution was adopted by the Senate on January 14, 2025.
Bill status passed 3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Jan 2025
Senate Passage
Jan 2025
Governor
Introduced Jan 9, 2025 Last action Jan 14, 2025
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This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
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Jan 14, 2025
Senate · Passed
ADOPTED
Jan 9, 2025
Senate · Referred to committee
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