Honoring 3rd Assistant Fire Chief Jeffrey Rosenthal upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition for his prompt actions while at the scene of a medical emergency

This Senate Resolution (J 406) honors 3rd Assistant Fire Chief Jeffrey Rosenthal for using the Heimlich maneuver to save a choking firefighter at East Meadow Fire Department Station No. 3 on November 25, 2024. It recognizes his quick action - prompted by his training as a Registered Nurse and former Emergency Medical Technician - to clear the blocked airway, preventing potential serious injury or death. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no policy or legal effect and serves only to publicly acknowledge Rosenthal's actions. The resolution was adopted by the legislature on February 25, 2025, and includes a copy to be presented to Rosenthal.