New York Bills

This Senate Resolution commemorates the 93rd anniversary of the New York State Conservation Council, a statewide organization founded in 1933 that advocates for the protection of the state's natural resources and outdoor recreation. The bill formally recognizes the Council's long-standing role in promoting conservation education, wildlife management, and public access to lands and waters, while noting its upcoming centennial in 2033. It directs that copies of the resolution be sent to the Council's leadership to honor its contributions to environmental stewardship and its representation of hunters, anglers, and other outdoor enthusiasts.

This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially declare October 2026 as Bullying Prevention Month. The resolution defines bullying as repeated behaviors like teasing, threats, or exclusion that harm students physically or psychologically. It highlights that bullying can be based on various factors such as race, age, or appearance and affects bullies, victims, and bystanders alike. By establishing this observance, the state aims to raise public awareness and encourage kindness among New Yorkers.

This bill updates the list of organizations receiving state funding for adult and youth mental health programs in the 2025-26 fiscal year. It specifically allocates money to various non-profit groups and community agencies that provide services such as crisis intervention, behavioral support, and outpatient care. The legislation allows these funds to be transferred between state departments with approval from the Senate leadership and budget director, ensuring the money is distributed according to a specific plan. Additionally, it requires that the final list of recipients and their amounts be included in a Senate resolution approved by a majority vote before the funds are spent.

This Senate resolution commemorates the 10th anniversary of CrossFit Strong Island and recognizes its contributions to the health and wellness of the Merrick community. The bill highlights the facility's charitable activities, such as fundraising for breast cancer awareness and providing free memberships to military personnel and first responders. It also notes the organization's support for local youth athletics and its annual events honoring fallen service members and 9/11 victims. The resolution formally acknowledges these efforts and directs a copy of the document to be sent to the organization.

This bill establishes a plan to distribute state funds for the 2026-27 fiscal year to specific school districts, public libraries, colleges, and non-profit organizations focused on education and the arts. It requires that the allocation of these funds be based on a detailed list of recipients and amounts approved by the Senate and the budget director, which must then be ratified by a majority vote of the Senate. The legislation also allows for the transfer of these funds between agencies like the State Education Department and the State University of New York with specific approvals. Ultimately, the bill directs money to a variety of entities, including several school districts and numerous non-profits such as the Brooklyn Public Library and various educational programming organizations.

This bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes the 110th anniversary of the City of Sherrill, New York. It honors the city's history, from its roots in the Oneida Community to its current status as a manufacturing hub known as "The Silver City." The resolution directs the state legislature to pause its proceedings to celebrate this milestone and authorizes sending a copy of the document to the city as a mark of appreciation.

This bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes the 120th anniversary of the West Winfield Fire Department on April 6, 2026. The measure directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to honor the department's history and commits to sending a copy of the resolution to the firefighters as a gesture of appreciation. It does not create new laws, allocate funding, or change any policies, but serves solely as a symbolic acknowledgment of the department's long-standing service to the community.

This bill amends a previous resolution to update the list of organizations receiving state funds for human services and veterans' community services. It allows these funds to be transferred between specific agencies, including those for temporary assistance and veterans' services, with approval from the Senate leadership and budget director. The plan requires a detailed list of recipients and their amounts to be approved by a majority vote of the Senate before the money is spent. Ultimately, the legislation distributes specific dollar amounts to over 60 nonprofit groups across various sectors, such as food security, veteran support, animal welfare, and environmental conservation.

This bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes the sixth anniversary of the Central New York Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk. It directly affects the Tunnel to Towers Foundation and the community in Utica by acknowledging the event's role in honoring first responders and military service members. The resolution directs the Legislative Body to pause its proceedings to commemorate the occasion and requires sending a copy of the document to the foundation. This action serves as an official state acknowledgment of the event's legacy rather than changing laws or funding.

This bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes the 100th anniversary of the Harmony Corners Fire Department, which will be celebrated on August 8, 2026. The measure honors the department's century of volunteer service to the communities in eastern Galway and surrounding areas, noting its history from its 1926 founding to its current operations. The resolution directs that copies of the document be sent to the fire department's leadership to acknowledge their contributions. It does not alter any laws or funding but serves as a ceremonial tribute to the volunteers who have served for 100 years.

This Senate Resolution congratulates Madison Tuttle of Watkins Glen, New York, for winning the racewalking national championship title at the 2026 Adidas Indoor Track Nationals. The measure formally acknowledges her athletic achievement, which occurred on March 22, 2026, and recognizes her as a role model for youth in the Empire State. Additionally, the resolution honors her coach, Erin Taylor-Talcott, and directs that copies of the document be sent to both the athlete and the coach.

This bill amends a previous resolution to update the list of recipients and funding amounts for state grants supporting schools, libraries, colleges, and arts organizations. It allows these funds to be transferred between specific agencies like the State Education Department and SUNY with approval from the Senate leadership and the budget director. The bill requires that any distribution plan be approved by the Senate leadership and then passed by a majority vote of all elected Senators before funds are spent. Finally, it adds specific grant amounts for three public libraries and the Exposure Foundation to the official list of approved recipients.