This bill is a ceremonial resolution that formally recognizes the 207th anniversary of poet Walt Whitman's birthday on May 31, 2026. It directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to honor Whitman's cultural legacy and notes that a public reading of his poem "Song of Myself" will take place in Albany on that date. The text highlights Whitman's contributions to American literature and his historical connection to New York, but it does not create any new laws or alter government operations.
This bill is a ceremonial resolution that formally recognizes the City of Rome, New York for hosting its fourth annual Puerto Rico Constitution Day celebration on June 27, 2026. The measure highlights the historical significance of Constitution Day in Puerto Rico and acknowledges the contributions of the city's 33,725 residents, including its 3.3% Puerto Rican population. The resolution directs that a copy of the document be sent to the city as an official acknowledgment of the event.
This bill is a resolution that congratulates James J. Weir on his honorary induction into the 2026 SUNY Oneonta Athletics Hall of Fame. It recognizes his 39 years of service to the SUNY Oneonta Athletics Department and his extensive coaching career, during which he amassed over 900 wins across multiple sports. The resolution directs that a copy of the document be sent to Mr. Weir as an official acknowledgment of his achievements.
This bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially declare September 27, 2026, as Teaching Assistants' Day in New York. The resolution honors teaching assistants for their important role in supporting students and classrooms, aligning the state observance with the national day held on the same date. It does not change laws or funding but serves as a formal recognition of the contributions made by these educators. The bill is directed at the governor, who would issue the proclamation to mark the occasion.
This bill extends the Economic Transformation and Facility Redevelopment Program until December 31, 2031, allowing correctional facilities selected for closure between 2011 and 2031 to continue receiving tax credits. The program provides financial incentives to help these facilities transition or redevelop after they are no longer needed for housing inmates. By updating the expiration date, the legislation ensures that eligible correctional facilities can access these tax benefits for a longer period than previously allowed.
This bill formally asks Governor Kathy Hochul to declare July 2026 as Culinary Arts Month in New York. The resolution recognizes the skills of professional cooks and chefs by aligning the state's observance with the existing National Culinary Arts Month. It does not change laws or allocate funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to honor the culinary industry. Upon adoption, a copy of the resolution will be sent to the governor's office.
Assembly Resolution 1523 formally recognizes the 100th anniversary of the Fort Orange Stamp Club, a historic Albany organization founded in 1926 that promotes the study and preservation of U.S. postage stamps. The resolution highlights the club's notable members, including former President Franklin D. Roosevelt, and its long-standing membership in the American Philatelic Society. By pausing legislative proceedings to honor the club, the bill directs the transmission of a copy of the resolution to the club's president as a gesture of appreciation for its century of service to philately and postal history.
Authorizes the assessor of the town of Babylon to accept from Christian Congregation of Long Island an application for exemption from real property taxes with respect to the 2023-2024 assessment rolls.
This bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially declare May 2026 as Military Appreciation Month in New York. The resolution recognizes the service of New York residents who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces and their families. It aligns the state observance with the national Military Appreciation Month, which includes several holidays honoring military personnel and veterans. The bill is a commemorative measure that does not create new laws or require any action beyond the governor's proclamation.
This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially recognize May 31, 2026, as "Save Your Hearing Day" in the state. The resolution aims to raise public awareness about hearing loss and encourage people to protect their ear health on that specific date. It does not create new laws or change any existing policies but serves as a symbolic gesture to highlight the importance of hearing care. The document is a formal request to the Governor to issue a proclamation for this observance day.
Requires the department of health to consult with the office of addiction services and supports, the office for the prevention of domestic violence, and the department of veterans' services for purposes of administering the traumatic brain injury program and state policies with respect to traumatic brain injuries; adds the commissioner or executive director of such offices or departments to the traumatic brain injury services coordinating council.
This bill is a commemorative resolution that formally recognizes the 31st Annual Mohawk Valley Ride for Missing Children, an event scheduled for June 5, 2026. It directly honors the Mohawk Valley Ride organization and its volunteers, who raise funds and awareness to support the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children in finding missing children and aiding their families. The resolution does not create new laws or change policies but instead directs the legislature to pause its proceedings to acknowledge the group's efforts and transmit a copy of the resolution to the organization.
