This Senate resolution formally congratulates the Hamilton College Men's Hockey Team and its coaching staff for winning the 2026 NCAA Division III Championship. The bill recognizes the team's specific achievement of defeating Hobart College in overtime to secure their second national title and first for the men's program. It lists the names of the individual players and coaches being honored and directs that copies of this recognition be sent to them. This measure serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the team's success rather than establishing new laws or policies.
This bill is a Senate resolution that formally honors Robert McEvoy, a retired volunteer firefighter from Oyster Bay, for completing 50 years of service with the Oyster Bay Fire Company No. 1. The measure directs the state legislature to pause its proceedings to recognize McEvoy and authorizes the sending of an official copy of the resolution to him. Additionally, the text notes that McEvoy will receive the Firefighter of the Year Award at a dinner event scheduled for May 2026. As a ceremonial document rather than a law with new rules, the bill does not create any binding legal obligations or policy changes.
This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially recognize October 2026 as Cyber Security Awareness Month in the state. The resolution directs the Governor to issue a proclamation highlighting the importance of online safety and encouraging residents and businesses to practice good cyber security habits. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a formal acknowledgment of the national observance already held each October.
This Senate Resolution formally congratulates the Christian Brothers Academy Varsity Basketball Team for winning the 2026 NYSPHSAA Class AAA Boys Basketball Championship. It directs copies of the resolution to be sent to the team members, coaching staff, and athletics administration.
This Senate resolution formally congratulates the Notre Dame High School Girls Varsity Basketball Team for winning the 2026 NYSPHSAA Class D Girls Varsity Basketball Championship. The bill recognizes the team's specific victory over Chateaugay High School and honors individual players, as well as Head Coach Vinny Falleti and Assistant Coach Joe Bezon, for their achievements. It serves as an official commendation from the legislative body to celebrate the team's success and does not alter any laws or policies.
This Senate Resolution honors Richard Santopetro for his 50 years of volunteer service with the Williston Park Fire Department. The measure formally recognizes his career progression from a member of Engine Company No. 1 in 1975 to roles such as Captain and Warden. It directs the legislature to pause its proceedings to acknowledge Santopetro and instructs that a copy of the resolution be sent to him. The bill does not create new laws or change policies but serves as a ceremonial tribute to his long-term dedication to the community.
This legislative resolution formally recognizes the Eta Nu Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. for hosting the Waterpalooza Wet Clinic event on May 30, 2026. The bill acknowledges the chapter's efforts to provide swimming instruction and water safety education to community members in Brooklyn. Upon adoption, the legislative body will send a copy of the resolution to the organization as a token of appreciation.
This bill is a Senate resolution honoring the life of Daniel Strauss, a resident of Yorktown Heights, New York, who passed away in April 2026. The document formally acknowledges his contributions to his community, including his career at Metropolitan Life Insurance, his volunteer work cleaning public spaces, and his dedication to coaching youth soccer. It also notes his personal history, family details, and the specific friends who were close to him. Upon adoption, the resolution directs that a copy of the tribute be sent to Strauss's family.
This bill is a Senate resolution that formally honors John Kornrumpf for his 30 years of dedicated service as a volunteer firefighter with Oyster Bay Fire Company No. 1. The measure directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to acknowledge Kornrumpf's contributions and authorizes the transmission of a copy of the resolution to him. It also specifies that he will be recognized at an installation dinner scheduled for May 8, 2026, in Woodbury, New York. As a commemorative document, the bill does not alter laws or policies but serves to publicly recognize an individual's long-term community service.
This Senate Resolution honors Robin Kestler for receiving the 2026 New York State Direct Support Professional of the Year award from ANCOR. The bill formally recognizes her 30-year career supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, highlighting her leadership at The Resource Center in Jamestown and her personal dedication to her clients. It directs the legislature to pause proceedings to acknowledge her achievements and mandates that a copy of the resolution be sent to her.
This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially recognize April 12-18, 2026, as Architecture Week in the state. The resolution highlights the importance of architects in designing safe and sustainable buildings and infrastructure. It aims to celebrate the profession and encourage interest in architecture careers among New Yorkers. The measure does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic acknowledgment of the field's contributions.
This bill is a Senate resolution that formally congratulates Honorary Chief Michael Athenas on his 50 years of volunteer service to the New Hyde Park Fire Department. The measure recognizes his long-term dedication, which includes holding various leadership roles and driving for the department's drill team for nearly five decades. Upon adoption, the resolution will be sent to Chief Athenas as an official acknowledgment of his contributions.
