This bill is a Senate Resolution that formally honors Jude Miranda, a student at Bellmore Merrick Central School, for receiving the New York State Citizenship Award. The resolution recognizes Miranda's character, leadership, and community service as examples of civic responsibility and integrity. It directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to acknowledge his achievement and specifies that a copy of the resolution will be sent to him. The measure is purely ceremonial and does not alter any laws or policies.
This bill formally recognizes Yetunde Mukoro and Jayden Chandler, the valedictorian and salutatorian of the Class of 2026 at Performing Arts & Technology High School, for their academic achievements. It directs the legislature to pause its proceedings to honor the students and authorizes the transmission of a copy of the resolution to them. The measure does not alter any laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of their accomplishments.
Allows physically disabled individuals who are not able to stand up to complete the two-hour live-fire range training course requirement for a concealed carry license while sitting.
Authorizes certain health care professionals licensed to practice in other jurisdictions to practice in this state in connection with an event sanctioned by the New York Road Runners.
This Senate resolution honors Thomas Twors for his 50 years of dedicated volunteer service to the Glen Cove Engine & Hose Fire Company No. 4. It formally recognizes his leadership roles, participation in specific emergency responses, and military background as a United States Army veteran. The bill directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to acknowledge Twors and authorizes the transmission of a copy of the resolution to him.
This bill extends the authority to regulate the number of Jonah crabs that commercial fishermen can catch for an additional two years, keeping the limit in place until December 31, 2028. It allows state officials to set specific catch limits for commercial crab and lobster license holders, provided these rules follow federal and regional fishery management plans. The law applies directly to businesses holding commercial crab permits or New York commercial lobster licenses. By delaying the expiration of current regulations, the bill ensures continuity in managing the Jonah crab fishery without immediate changes to the existing framework.
This bill is a Senate resolution that formally commends the Fellowcraft Club of Lewis Hayden Lodge No. 69 for hosting a Gospel Brunch to honor Past Master Joseph Forsythe on June 20, 2026. The measure recognizes the lodge's commitment to community service and its connection to Lewis Hayden, a historical figure known for his role in the abolitionist movement. It does not create new laws or change policies but serves as an official expression of appreciation from the legislative body to the Masonic organization.
This bill is a Senate resolution that formally commends NYC Health + Hospitals/Metropolitan for hosting its Juneteenth Celebration on June 17, 2026. The measure recognizes the hospital's commitment to honoring Black history and community service through an event themed "Honoring the Past, Serving the Present, and Inspiring the Future." Once adopted, the resolution will be sent to the hospital's leadership and staff as a gesture of appreciation for their observance of the federal holiday.
This bill directs the Governor of New York to officially recognize September 28 through October 4, 2026, as Frontotemporal Degeneration Awareness Week. The legislation aims to highlight a rare and incurable brain disease that primarily affects people under the age of 60 and impacts speech, behavior, and movement. By designating this specific week, the bill seeks to increase public understanding of the condition and encourage greater awareness efforts across the state. The measure does not allocate funding or change laws but serves as a symbolic proclamation to draw attention to the disease.
This Senate resolution honors Arman Arshad and Zobia Fasahat, the valedictorian and salutatorian of the Class of 2026 from the Academy for Conservation and the Environment. The bill formally commends these two students for their academic achievements, school involvement, and community service. It directs that copies of the resolution be sent to them as a gesture of recognition. This measure is ceremonial and does not create new laws or change existing policies.
This Senate Resolution honors Maryann Riordan for her 40 years of dedicated service to Westchester and New York State communities. The bill recognizes her work in caring for children, managing group homes, and developing housing programs that helped over 180 individuals secure independent living units. It formally acknowledges her contributions through a ceremonial pause in legislative proceedings and plans to send a copy of the resolution to her.
This bill is a Senate Resolution that formally honors Edwin J. Moles, a Brewster, New York resident who passed away in March 2026. The resolution recognizes his service as a Vietnam War veteran, his long career in skilled trades including running Katonah Electric, and his active involvement in local community organizations. It directs the legislative body to pause proceedings to mourn his death and instructs that a copy of the resolution be sent to his family.
