Senate Resolution 2061 formally congratulates Nikolaos Stavrianos on earning the Eagle Scout rank, the highest honor in Scouting. The resolution recognizes his community service project, which involved restoring a trail at Alley Park Pond in Queens, and highlights his leadership roles and academic achievements. This ceremonial measure does not change any laws or policies but serves to publicly acknowledge his personal accomplishment.
This bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially designate June 2026 as Internet Safety Month in New York State. The resolution aims to raise public awareness about online risks, such as cyberbullying, identity theft, and fraud, by aligning the state with the national observance. It highlights statistics on internet usage and cybercrime to underscore the importance of digital safety but does not create new laws or funding. The measure is purely ceremonial and requires no budget or administrative changes.
This bill asks the Governor to officially designate August 2026 as Ambulatory Surgery Center Month in New York State. The measure aims to raise public awareness about these facilities, which provide outpatient surgical care for thousands of procedures like cataract removal and colonoscopies. By highlighting the role of these centers, the bill seeks to acknowledge their contribution to healthcare access and cost efficiency. The resolution directs copies to the Governor and relevant industry associations to ensure the proclamation is issued.
This bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes the Asase Yaa Cultural Arts Foundation for its 25 years of work in arts education and community development. It specifically commemorates the organization's upcoming 2nd Annual Dreams in Action Gala, which will be held on May 12, 2026, at the Brooklyn Children's Museum. The resolution expresses official gratitude for the foundation's contributions to youth empowerment and the preservation of African diaspora culture, and it directs that copies of the document be sent to the foundation's leadership.
This bill is a formal resolution that honors the Lexington School for the Deaf for hosting its 29th Annual Basketball Classic on May 12, 2026. The measure recognizes the school's long history and its role as the largest school for the deaf in New York State, noting its unique status as the only high school under the 4201 charter in New York City. It specifically acknowledges the upcoming game between the Lexington School team and the Assembly and Senate All-Stars, which was established in 1995. Upon adoption, copies of the resolution will be sent to school leadership and the basketball coaches involved in the event.
This bill is a Senate resolution that formally acknowledges the death of Dylan U. Valle, a Bronx resident and union organizer who passed away on April 16, 2026. The measure honors his contributions to labor advocacy, immigrant rights, and community service through his work with organizations like the Transport Workers Union and 32BJ. It does not create new laws or change policies but instead directs the legislature to pause briefly to mourn his passing and sends a copy of the resolution to his family.
This bill is a Senate resolution that officially pauses legislative proceedings to honor the four-year anniversary of the 2022 Tops Friendly Markets shooting in Buffalo. It recognizes the victims, survivors, and the broader community while acknowledging various memorial events planned for May 14, 2026. The resolution expresses solidarity with Buffalo and condemns racism and domestic terrorism without imposing new laws or policies.
This Senate resolution welcomes members of the Rohna Survivors Memorial Association to the New York State Capitol on May 12, 2026, and honors Robert Firstman, the last known survivor of the HMT Rohna tragedy. The document acknowledges the association's mission to preserve the history of the 1943 attack that killed over 1,000 American servicemembers and recognizes Firstman's service as a Morse Code specialist who lived to age 103. During their visit, the association will screen a documentary about the event, and the resolution formally pauses legislative proceedings to greet them and pay tribute to Firstman's life. Copies of the resolution will be sent to the association and Firstman's family to commemorate their efforts in keeping the memory of the tragedy alive.
This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially designate May 18, 2026, as Italian American Day. It is a symbolic resolution that does not change any laws or create new programs but instead recognizes the cultural heritage and contributions of Italian Americans in the state. The measure directs the state legislature to send a formal proclamation to Governor Kathy Hochul to announce this observance. By doing so, the bill aims to highlight the 53rd anniversary of Italian American Day and celebrate Italian history and traditions within New York communities.
This Senate Resolution formally commends the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., for its Annual Delta Day event held at the New York State Capitol on May 19, 2026. The document recognizes the sorority's long history of community service, political advocacy, and leadership within New York State and the nation. It highlights the organization's five-point programmatic thrust focused on economic, educational, health, and political development to improve communities. The resolution serves as an official acknowledgment of the sorority's contributions rather than establishing new laws or funding. A copy of this commendation will be sent to the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
This Senate resolution commemorates the 50th anniversary of the National Black Caucus of State Legislators, a nonprofit organization founded in 1977 to support African American lawmakers. The bill formally recognizes the group's role in advocating for equity and providing resources to over 700 state legislators representing more than 50 million people. It directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to honor the organization's contributions and mandates that a copy of the resolution be sent to the caucus. As a procedural measure, the bill does not alter laws or policies but serves to acknowledge the milestone and the organization's impact on public service.
This bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes the 80th anniversary of the Waterloo Memorial Post No. 6433 of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. It directly affects the post and its members by expressing the legislative body's appreciation for their community service and historical contributions to New York State. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but instead serves as an official commendation to be sent to the veterans' organization.
