Honoring the life and legacy of Ernie Anastos, in acknowledgment of his enduring contributions to broadcast journalism, public service, and the cultural enrichment of the State of New York
Senate Resolution 1906 formally honors the life and legacy of Ernie Anastos, a late broadcast journalist and media entrepreneur who significantly contributed to New York's cultural and civic life. The resolution acknowledges his five-decade career, which included hosting interviews with world leaders and reporting on major events like the September 11 attacks and the COVID-19 pandemic. It directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to recognize his achievements and mandates that a copy of the resolution be sent to his family as a tribute.
Bill status
passed
3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2026
Committee Review
Apr 2026
Senate Passage
May 2026
Governor
Introduced Apr 16, 2026
Last action May 12, 2026
Floor votes
How they voted
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
May 12, 2026
Upper · Passed
ADOPTED
upper
Apr 16, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO FINANCE
upper
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Andrew Gounardes
DDemocratic
Co
Shelley Mayer
DDemocratic/Working Families
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