Asm. Paul Bologna

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) honoring Scott Medole for receiving the Clarence Chamber of Commerce's Volunteer of the Year Award. It formally recognizes his 40-year service with the Harris Hill Volunteer Fire Company and other community contributions. The resolution has no policy impact; it simply directs the legislature to send him a copy of the resolution as a symbolic gesture. It was introduced and adopted on February 4, 2025.

Maddy summaryAssembly Resolution 88 honors Go To Girls, Inc., a Clarence-based nonprofit organization, for receiving the Clarence Chamber of Commerce's "Organization of the Year" Award. The resolution formally recognizes the group's community service, including programs like "Bundles of Love" (providing warm clothing to school children) and "Birthday Bags" (supporting family celebrations for children in need). Adopted by the legislature, it serves as a symbolic gesture of appreciation without creating new policy or altering existing laws. The resolution will be presented to the organization as a formal acknowledgment of its work supporting families in the Clarence Central School District.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill with policy changes) honoring Linda Zakrzewski for receiving the Clarence Chamber of Commerce's Lifetime Achiever of the Year Award. It recognizes her 36-year career as a public school teacher and decades of community service in Clarence, New York, including Girl Scout leadership and Meals on Wheels volunteering. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply directs the legislature to formally recognize her contributions and send her a copy of the resolution. It does not affect any laws, regulations, or individuals' rights.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a law), honoring BankOnBuffalo for receiving the Flora Leamer Community Involvement Award from the Clarence Chamber of Commerce. The resolution formally recognizes the bank's community service since 2017, including local decision-making, customer-focused banking, and support for small businesses. It has no policy impact - it simply expresses legislative appreciation through a symbolic resolution. The resolution was introduced and adopted on February 4, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) honoring Jennifer Berndt, a Clarence High School math teacher, for receiving the Clarence Chamber of Commerce's Educator of the Year Award. It has no policy impact or funding changes - it simply resolves to formally acknowledge her 31-year teaching career and community contributions through a symbolic presentation. The resolution was introduced and adopted on February 4, 2025. It directly affects Jennifer Berndt as the honoree, with no broader legislative effect.

Maddy summaryThis ceremonial resolution honors Ron Walkowiak of Clarence, New York, for receiving the Citizen of the Year Award from the Clarence Chamber of Commerce. The legislative body formally recognizes his decades of community service, including roles with the Clarence Hollow Board, Farmers Market, and conservation committees. Adopted on February 4, 2025, it includes a copy of the resolution to be presented to Mr. Walkowiak as a token of appreciation. The resolution does not create new laws or policies, as it is purely commemorative.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) commending two New York middle school students, Liam Hedley and Hunter Marcello, for rescuing a woman from an overturned kayak in July 2024. The New York State Senate resolution formally recognizes them as recipients of the Liberty Medal - the Senate’s highest individual honor for heroic acts - and transmits a copy of the resolution to them. It highlights their swift action in recruiting help to save the woman, who was later treated by emergency personnel. As a symbolic gesture, it has no policy impact or direct effect on any laws or regulations.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (not a law) honoring Flora Leamer, a Clarence, New York, community member who died in October 2024. The resolution formally recognizes her 48-year career in accounting, decades of volunteer work with local groups like the Clarence Chamber of Commerce and Farmers Market, and her community impact. It directs the legislative body to pause its work to mourn her passing and sends a copy of the resolution to her family. The resolution also references a grant established in her name by the Clarence Chamber of Commerce to support young entrepreneurs. It has no legal effect or policy changes beyond this ceremonial tribute.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution (Assembly Resolution No. 16) honoring Martin R. Horanburg Sr., a Newfane, New York fire chief and community volunteer who died in November 2024. It formally commemorates his 58-year service with the Miller Hose Fire Company, his 47-year involvement with the Newfane Lions Club, and his numerous community contributions. The resolution directs the New York State Assembly to pause its proceedings in mourning and send a copy to his family. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it is solely a symbolic tribute.