This bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially designate September 13-19, 2026, as Truck Driver Appreciation Week in New York. The resolution highlights the economic importance of truck drivers, noting that they support over 300,000 jobs and supply essential goods across the state. It serves as a symbolic gesture to honor the hard work and dedication of professional truck drivers rather than implementing new laws or regulations. Once adopted, the text of the resolution will be sent to the Governor for her proclamation.
This bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes the 1934 Nott Terrace High School Cross Country Team for their historic athletic achievements. It specifically honors the team members and their coach, Bill Eddy, for winning the American Interscholastic Cross-Country Championship and producing All-American athletes. The resolution expresses the legislative body's appreciation for the team's success and directs that official copies of the commendation be sent to the families of the team members and the coach. This action serves as a ceremonial tribute rather than establishing new laws or policies.
This Senate resolution formally recognizes the 80th anniversary of Binghamton University in 2026. It expresses the legislative body's appreciation for the institution's history, academic achievements, and contributions to education and research. The bill does not allocate funding or change laws but instead directs the transmission of a copy of the resolution to the university as an official acknowledgment.
This bill is a Senate Resolution that formally acknowledges the death of Hudson Talbott, a writer, artist, and community leader from New York. It honors his contributions as an author of children's books and an illustrator whose work has been exhibited internationally and adapted into films. The resolution also recognizes his long-term service as a trustee for the Thomas Cole National Historic Site in Catskill. Finally, it directs that a copy of the resolution be sent to Talbott's family as a tribute to his life and legacy.
Senate Resolution 2292 formally honors the life and legacy of Richard J. Campbell, a resident of Montrose, New York, who passed away on May 3, 2026. The resolution acknowledges his service as a U.S. Air Force veteran, his career as a welder, and his contributions to his family and community. It directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to express mourning and resolves that a copy of the resolution be sent to Campbell's family.
This bill allows cities with special assessing units to set their own property tax rate increases for fiscal year 2027, capping the rise at five percent. Local city councils must decide on this percentage by December 1, 2026, rather than following the standard state calculation. If tax bills were already sent out before the law takes effect, cities must issue corrected bills to reflect the new rates while ensuring taxpayers are not charged twice for installments due before the changes. The legislation applies immediately upon passage and does not alter payment obligations for taxes that were already due under previous rules.
This bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially declare September 6-12, 2026, as Suicide Prevention Week in New York. The resolution aims to raise public awareness about suicide prevention, reduce stigma around mental health, and encourage people to seek help. It aligns with the global World Suicide Prevention Day observed on September 10 and does not create new laws or require funding. The measure is symbolic and does not impose any legal obligations on individuals or organizations.
This Senate Resolution formally recognizes Mt. Zion Council No. 29 and Mystic Tie Council No. 8 for hosting their Purple & Gold Event on June 27, 2026. The measure expresses appreciation for the organizations' commitment to community service, leadership, and the traditions of Prince Hall Masonry. No new laws or funding are created; instead, the bill serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment to be sent to the council officers and members.
This bill is a Senate resolution honoring the life and death of Dominick J. Romano, a resident of Brewster, New York, who passed away in April 2026. The text formally acknowledges his contributions to his community, his military service, and his long career in engineering and business. It directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to express mourning and instructs the transmission of a copy of the resolution to Romano's family.
This Senate Resolution formally recognizes Tony Cristello, a local artist and former resident of Schenectady, for his contributions to the community. The bill directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to honor Cristello during the 28th Annual Schenectady City School District Athletic Hall of Fame and Reunion Dinner on September 14, 2026. It acknowledges his artistic work, including paintings of horses and collages created for school athletic inductees, which are displayed throughout the district. Copies of the resolution will be sent to Cristello's family following the event.
This Senate Resolution honors Nelson Griffin, a former athlete and coach, for his induction into the Schenectady City School District Athletic Hall of Fame on September 14, 2026. The bill recognizes Griffin's achievements as a track and field competitor and his 31 seasons coaching at Mont Pleasant High School and Schenectady High School, where he led teams to multiple state championships. The resolution directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to acknowledge Griffin's contributions and authorizes sending a copy of the document to him as a formal tribute.
This Senate Resolution honors the life of Philip A. Marino, a Stony Point resident who passed away in April 2026, by officially acknowledging his contributions to education, the church, and local government. The measure directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to express mourning for Marino, who served as a teacher, Catholic deacon, fire chaplain, and town supervisor. Upon adoption, the resolution will be formally transmitted to Marino's family as a tribute to his service and legacy.
