Honoring Andrew Matalone upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the 2026 Seaford Fire Department Keith P. Kern Member of the Year Award
This bill honors Andrew Matalone, a firefighter in the Seaford Fire Department, for receiving the 2026 Keith P. Kern Member of the Year Award. The resolution formally recognizes his dedication, leadership, and service to the department and community since joining at age 18. It directs the state legislature to pause proceedings to acknowledge his achievements and sends a copy of the resolution to him as a gesture of appreciation. The measure does not change laws or allocate funds but serves as a ceremonial tribute to an individual's contributions.
Bill status
passed
3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2026
Committee Review
May 2026
Senate Passage
May 2026
Governor
Introduced May 14, 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 14, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO FINANCE
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Steve Rhoads
RRepublican/Conservative
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