This bill is a resolution that honors the Burmese American community in New York by officially recognizing their celebration of Thingyan, the Burmese New Year Water Festival. The measure pauses legislative proceedings on April 13-16, 2026, to acknowledge the cultural significance of the event, which includes water fights and various traditional activities. It highlights the festival's history, its recent addition to the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list, and the contributions of Burmese Americans to the state. Copies of the resolution are sent to community leaders to formally mark the occasion.
This bill is a formal resolution that recognizes the Town of Granby for receiving the "Town of Excellence" award from the New York Association of Towns. It also commends Town Supervisor John Snow for his leadership in guiding the town's achievements in community engagement, sustainable growth, and transparent governance. The resolution highlights specific accomplishments, such as hosting regional festivals, implementing eco-friendly infrastructure projects, and maintaining an open online portal for public records. Finally, it directs that copies of this recognition be sent to the town and Supervisor Snow.
This legislative resolution congratulates the Oswego Sub Shop in Oswego, New York, for receiving the 2025 New York State Family-Owned Business of the Year Award. It directs the Assembly to formally acknowledge the business's achievements and transmit a copy of the resolution to the shop. The bill does not alter any laws or policies but serves as an official recognition of the business's community impact and longevity.
This bill is a ceremonial resolution that formally recognizes the 55th anniversary of the Garth Fagan Dance company. It does not create new laws or change any policies but instead expresses the legislative body's appreciation for the organization's cultural and educational contributions. The resolution pauses legislative proceedings to honor the company's history and directs an official copy of the document to be sent to Garth Fagan Dance.
This bill is a resolution that formally recognizes the 75th anniversary of the White Eagle Association of Utica, New York. It honors the organization's work in preserving Polish language, culture, and traditions within the local community since its founding in 1950. The measure directs the legislative body to pause briefly for commemoration and authorizes sending a copy of the resolution to the association.
This bill is a commemorative resolution that formally recognizes the 50th anniversary of North Seneca Ambulance, Inc., an emergency medical service organization in Seneca County, New York. The measure acknowledges the group's history of providing critical care to over 23,000 residents and its evolution from a volunteer-led initiative in 1976 to a modern facility that now employs both volunteers and paid staff. By adopting this resolution, the legislative body expresses its gratitude for the organization's contributions to public safety and directs a copy of the document to be sent to the ambulance service.
This bill is a commemorative resolution that honors the 175th anniversary of the University of Rochester. It recognizes the university's contributions to education, research, healthcare, and the local economy, noting its status as the largest employer in Rochester. The resolution directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to celebrate the institution's history and achievements, and it authorizes sending a copy of the resolution to the university.
This legislative resolution formally acknowledges the 16th Annual Walk-N-Roll for Spina Bifida event scheduled for May 17, 2026, in Schenectady. The measure directs the legislative body to pause briefly to honor the event and mandates that a copy of the resolution be sent to the Spina Bifida Association of Northeastern New York.
This Senate resolution commemorates April 8, 2026, as the one-year anniversary of the Jet Set nightclub tragedy in the Dominican Republic. It directly affects the Dominican American community and honors the 236 individuals who lost their lives and the over 180 injured when the club's roof collapsed during a concert in 2025. The bill requires the legislative body to pause its proceedings on that date to pay tribute to the victims and acknowledge the heroes who assisted in rescue efforts. Additionally, it specifically recognizes the memory of notable figures who died in the incident, including musicians and professional athletes.
This bill is a formal resolution that congratulates the Hamilton College Men's Hockey Team for winning the 2026 NCAA Division III Championship. It specifically recognizes the players, head coach Rob Haberbusch, and assistant coaches for their achievement in defeating Hobart College in overtime. The resolution also directs that official copies of the document be sent to the team and coaching staff as a gesture of appreciation.
This bill is a resolution that formally congratulates John Clifford on his retirement after 34 years of service as a photographer for the Rome Daily Sentinel. The measure directly affects John Clifford by acknowledging his long career covering news, sports, and community events in Central New York. It does not create new laws or change government operations but serves as an official statement of appreciation from the legislative body. The resolution concludes by directing that a copy of the document be sent to Mr. Clifford.
Assembly Resolution 1162 directs the New York State Legislature to pause its proceedings on April 13-15, 2026, to honor the Asian American community's celebration of Songkran. This ceremonial resolution acknowledges the significance of the Thai New Year festival, which involves traditions such as water splashing, family gatherings, and merit-making activities. The bill does not change any laws or policies but serves as a formal recognition of the cultural contributions of Asian Americans in New York.
