Sen. Roxanne Persaud

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally honors Staff Sergeant Michael H. Ollis posthumously after he received the Congressional Medal of Honor and was inducted into the Hall of Heroes. The resolution acknowledges Ollis's sacrifice during a 2013 Taliban attack in Afghanistan, where he shielded an allied officer and saved over 40 personnel. It recognizes the Medal of Honor ceremony held at the White House and Ollis's induction at the Pentagon, noting that his name is now inscribed on the Medal of Honor Garden Wall. The resolution concludes by directing a copy of the document to Ollis's family.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends New York's law to explicitly include veterans in the legal definition of "military status." It expands the current definition - which already covers active military service - to protect veterans who have completed their service from unlawful discrimination. The key change adds the phrase "a person's participation in the military service... if such person has been released from such service" to the existing definition. This means veterans will now be covered under the same anti-discrimination protections that apply to active-duty military personnel. The change applies to all areas governed by this law, including employment and housing.

Maddy summaryThis bill would allow state agencies, municipalities, and public authorities to offer public benefits to individuals regardless of their immigration status. It enables these entities to provide benefits to people who would qualify under federal guidelines if not for federal laws that currently restrict eligibility based on immigration status. The law applies to various departments, cities, towns, counties, school districts, and other local organizations, giving them the discretion to choose whether to participate. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage and does not require individuals to meet federal immigration requirements to receive state or local assistance.

Requires health insurance policies include coverage for anesthesia for the entire duration of a procedure for which a licensed medical practitioner has issued an order for such anesthesia.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially recognize March 2026 as Youth Art Month in New York State. It does not change laws or create new programs, but rather designates a specific month for public awareness of art education. The resolution highlights the importance of visual arts in schools and encourages community support for art programs. It is a ceremonial measure that directs the governor to issue a proclamation for the observance.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks the Governor of New York to officially designate March 23, 2026, as Pakistan-American Heritage Day in the state. It directly affects the Pakistani-American community in New York by creating a formal day to recognize their cultural contributions and heritage. The resolution directs copies to the Governor, the Pakistani Consulate in New York City, and the American Pakistani Advocacy Group for their records. This is a ceremonial measure that does not change laws or require funding, but rather serves to acknowledge and celebrate the Pakistani-American community's presence and achievements in New York State.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially declare March 15-21, 2026, as Agriculture Week in New York State. The resolution recognizes the importance of farming to the state's economy and food supply, and it aligns with National Agriculture Week celebrations. It does not create new laws or change existing policies, but rather serves as a formal acknowledgment of agriculture's contributions to New York. The bill is a ceremonial measure intended to honor farmers and promote awareness of the agricultural industry.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks the Governor of New York to officially designate March 19, 2026, as West Point Day in the state. It directly affects Governor Kathy Hochul by requesting her signature on a proclamation recognizing the historical significance of the United States Military Academy at West Point. The resolution highlights the academy's role in American history and its contributions to national defense and leadership. It does not change any laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the institution's legacy.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate Resolution that formally acknowledges and commends New York Maple Producers for hosting their Annual Maple Weekends on March 21-22, 2026, and March 28-29, 2026. The resolution highlights the importance of maple syrup production to New York's agricultural heritage, noting that the state is home to over 2,000 maple sugar makers and produces more than 825,000 gallons of syrup annually. It recognizes the producers' efforts in welcoming families to their farms to learn about syrup production and enjoy related activities and products. The resolution concludes by directing that copies be sent to the maple producers as a formal gesture of appreciation.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution congratulates the Pavilion/York Air Rifle Team and their head coach Jenny Harkins for winning the New York State Rifle Invitational Championship in the Three-Position Event on March 1, 2026. The resolution formally recognizes the team's achievement by pausing legislative proceedings to offer congratulations and directing copies of the document to the team members, coach, and school administrators. It highlights the athletes' specific accomplishments, including individual perfect scores and undefeated league performance, while acknowledging the value of athletic competition in developing character and discipline.