Commemorating the 225th Birthday of William H. Seward, former New York State Senator, former New York State Governor, former United States Senator, former United States Secretary of State, and purchaser of Alaska
This bill is a resolution that honors the 225th birthday of William H. Seward, a historical figure who served as a U.S. Senator, Secretary of State, and Governor. It directs the state legislature to pause its proceedings to acknowledge Seward's contributions and directs the transmission of the resolution to the Florida Historical Society. The text highlights his roles in acquiring Alaska and supporting the Underground Railroad but does not create any new laws or change existing policies.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2026
Committee Review
Assembly Passage
Apr 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Apr 20, 2026
Last action Apr 20, 2026
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Assembly. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
2
Key actions
1
Committee
0
Apr 20, 2026
Lower · Passed
ADOPTED
lower
Apr 20, 2026
Introduced
INTRODUCED
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Karl Brabenec
RRepublican
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