Commending Superintendent William Dowsland for 30 years of service in education
This bill is a Senate resolution that formally commends Superintendent William Dowsland of the Hamilton Central School District for his 30 years of service in education. It recognizes his career achievements, including his transition from a substitute teacher to district superintendent, and highlights specific accomplishments such as consistent budget approvals and the expansion of academic programs. The resolution expresses the legislative body's appreciation for his leadership and intends to send a copy of the document to him upon his retirement at the end of the 2025-2026 school year.
Bill status
passed
3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2026
Committee Review
May 2026
Senate Passage
May 2026
Governor
Introduced May 13, 2026
Last action May 19, 2026
Floor votes
How they voted
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
May 19, 2026
Upper · Passed
ADOPTED
upper
May 13, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO FINANCE
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Joe Griffo
RRepublican/Conservative
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