New York Bills

This Senate resolution formally commemorates the 70th anniversary of King Pin Lanes, a bowling center located in Rome, New York. The bill directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to honor the business's seven decades of service to the local community and economy. A copy of the resolution will be sent to the establishment as an official acknowledgment of its contributions. This measure is purely ceremonial and does not alter any laws or policies.

This bill is a Senate resolution that honors Firefighter Arthur Sullivan of the Horseheads Fire Department for his 50 years of dedicated volunteer service. The measure formally acknowledges his ongoing commitment to emergency response and directs the legislature to pause briefly to recognize his achievement. A copy of the resolution will be sent to Firefighter Sullivan as a tribute to his half-century of service to the community.

This bill amends a previous resolution to update the list of recipients for state funding dedicated to community public health programs in the 2025-2026 fiscal year. It authorizes the transfer of these funds to specific state departments or agencies with approval from the Senate's temporary president and the budget director. The legislation requires that any distribution of money follow a plan detailing either a specific list of grantees with their amounts or a clear allocation method, which must be approved by a majority vote of the Senate. Additionally, the bill explicitly includes a grant of $20,000 to HANAC, Inc. as part of the updated funding schedule.

This bill amends a previous resolution to update the official list of organizations receiving state funding for community safety and restorative justice programs in the 2025-2026 fiscal year. It directly affects local government agencies, community-based service providers, and non-profit groups that offer services such as domestic violence support, gun violence prevention, legal aid, and gang reduction strategies. The key provision adds a detailed itemized list of specific grantees and their corresponding funding amounts to the existing plan, ensuring transparency in how the money is distributed. Additionally, the bill maintains the requirement that these funds can only be allocated or transferred between state agencies with approval from the temporary president of the Senate and the director of the budget.

This bill establishes a plan to distribute state funds for the 2026-2027 fiscal year to organizations providing public protection and economic development services in upstate New York. The funding supports a wide range of programs, including criminal and civil legal aid, gun violence prevention, crime reduction, and services for survivors of domestic violence. To receive these funds, local government agencies, community-based providers, and non-profits must be listed in an itemized plan approved by the Senate and the Division of the Budget. The bill also mandates that the final resolution spending the money be passed by a majority vote of all elected Senators.

This Senate resolution commemorates the 40th anniversary of A New Hope Center, a nonprofit organization located in Owego, New York. The bill formally recognizes the center's four decades of providing free and confidential support to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, and other crimes in Tioga County and the Southern Tier. It highlights specific services offered by the organization, including 24-hour hotlines, emergency safe housing, and counseling for approximately 1,200 individuals annually. The resolution expresses the legislative body's appreciation for the center's work and directs a copy of the document to be sent to the organization.

This Senate resolution officially commemorates the 65th Annual Floyd Field Days, a fundraising event benefiting the Floyd Volunteer Fire Department in the Town of Floyd, New York. The bill honors the department's history since 1961 and recognizes the contributions of its volunteers, leadership, and community supporters. It directs the legislative body to pause for a moment of recognition and authorizes sending a formal copy of the resolution to the fire department.

This Senate resolution commemorates the 75th anniversary of the Sitrin Health Care Center, recognizing its history of providing healthcare and support services to residents of Central New York. The bill formally honors the organization's legacy of care, which began in 1951 as a small residence for elderly Jewish individuals and has since expanded to serve people of all backgrounds through various programs including rehabilitation, assisted living, and veteran support. By adopting this resolution, the legislature acknowledges the contributions of the center's staff, volunteers, and supporters without imposing any new laws or financial obligations. Copies of the resolution will be sent to the health care center's leadership and staff as a gesture of appreciation for their long-standing service.

This bill allows the Top Community Development Corporation to apply for a real property tax exemption for a specific building in Brooklyn that it recently acquired. The legislation authorizes the city finance commissioner to review and approve this application retroactively, treating it as if it had been filed on time. If approved, the corporation could receive a refund of taxes already paid and have any associated fines or penalties canceled, provided the refund falls within a three-year limit. Essentially, the law creates a special pathway for this specific organization to correct a missed filing deadline and potentially recover past tax payments.

This Senate resolution commemorates the 40th anniversary of the first NASCAR race held at Watkins Glen International in 1986. It formally recognizes the event's significance to the region's entertainment and economic growth while honoring its history since the track opened in 1948. The measure directs the legislature to pause its proceedings for the occasion and sends a copy of the resolution to Watkins Glen International.

This Senate resolution commemorates the 100th anniversary of Rome Strip Steel Company, recognizing its century of contributions to New York's industrial heritage. The bill formally acknowledges the company's history, from its 1926 founding to its acquisition by Worthington Steel in 2015, and highlights its role in supporting local and national manufacturing. It directs the legislative body to pause for a moment of recognition and mandates that a copy of the resolution be sent to the company.

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.