Mourning the death of Gail Nesbit Coward, distinguished citizen and devoted member of her community
This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (J 212) honoring Gail Nesbit Coward, a Binghamton community member who died on January 1, 2025. It commemorates her life as a mother, grandmother, small business owner, and active volunteer in organizations like Prince Hall Order of the Eastern Star and Temple Beth El. The resolution formally expresses the Senate's tribute to her legacy and directs a copy to her family, including her daughter, State Senator Lea Webb. It contains no policy changes or financial provisions - it is purely a memorial gesture.
Bill status
passed
3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Jan 2025
Senate Passage
Jan 2025
Governor
Introduced Jan 15, 2025
Last action Jan 22, 2025
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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Total actions
3
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Jan 22, 2025
Upper · Passed
ADOPTED
upper
Jan 15, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO FINANCE
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Kevin Parker
DDemocratic/Working Families
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