Sen. Roxanne Persaud

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that officially designates May 2026 as Jewish American Heritage Month throughout New York State. It aims to honor the historical contributions of Jewish Americans to the state's culture, civil rights, and economy while acknowledging the ongoing challenges of antisemitism. The resolution does not change laws or allocate funding but serves as a formal declaration to recognize and celebrate Jewish heritage. Once adopted by the legislature, the text is sent to the Governor for official acknowledgment.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life and public service of Carl L. Marcellino, a former New York State Senator and community leader from Syosset. The document formally acknowledges his career achievements, including his work as an educator, town clerk, and legislator who championed environmental laws and education funding. It concludes by directing the legislative body to pause its proceedings to mourn his passing and instructs that a copy of the resolution be sent to his family.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally honors Dalia Salim and Yerikson Collado, the valedictorian and salutatorian of the Class of 2026 at William H. Maxwell Career & Technical Education High School, for their academic and community achievements. The resolution directs the legislature to pause its proceedings to acknowledge their accomplishments and to send official copies of the commendation to the two students. As a ceremonial measure, the bill does not alter any laws or policies but serves to publicly recognize the students' contributions to their school and community.

Maddy summaryThis 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.

Maddy summaryThis 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.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes Ari Alexander-Melville and Maharus Islam, the valedictorian and salutatorian of the Class of 2026 at Brooklyn Community High School for Excellence & Equity. The resolution honors their academic achievements and community service as a tribute to their contributions to their families and communities. It directs the legislature to pause its proceedings to offer commendation and authorizes the sending of official copies of the resolution to the two students.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally acknowledges the death of Susan Wright, a respected community member from Harlem. The measure directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to honor her life and requests that a copy of the resolution be sent to her family. It does not create new laws or alter government operations, but rather serves as a ceremonial tribute to her contributions to the Harlem community and her role as a public servant.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially declare September 26, 2026, as Hunting and Fishing Day in New York State. The resolution highlights the historical and economic contributions of hunters and anglers to wildlife conservation and the state's economy. It does not change any laws or create new regulations, but rather serves as a formal recognition of these activities.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally honors Brayan Alonzo and Tremyah Hill, the valedictorian and salutatorian of the Class of 2026 at Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School, for their academic and community achievements. The resolution directs the legislature to pause its proceedings to commend the students and authorizes the sending of official copies of the document to them. As a ceremonial measure, the bill does not alter any laws or policies but serves to publicly recognize the students' accomplishments.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes Aleekah Ault and Deon Archer, the valedictorian and salutatorian of the Class of 2026 at Brooklyn Democracy Academy, for their academic achievements. The resolution commends these two students for their outstanding accomplishments and the positive legacy they have left for their school and community. Copies of the resolution will be sent to the students as a gesture of appreciation. This action is purely ceremonial and does not create any new laws or policy changes.