Sen. Mario Mattera

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 1100) asks Governor Hochul to officially recognize September 21-27, 2025, as Frontotemporal Degeneration (FTD) Awareness Week in New York State. It does not create new laws or funding but aims to raise public awareness about FTD, a terminal brain disease affecting speech, behavior, and motor skills, often misdiagnosed in people aged 40-60. The resolution highlights FTD's impact - accounting for 10-20% of dementia cases under 60 - and its high care costs, urging greater attention to the condition. This symbolic action directly affects New Yorkers living with FTD and their families by promoting community recognition.

Provides that the thruway authority shall issue permits for ambulances and fire vehicles exempting such vehicles from paying tolls on the thruway when engaged in an emergency operation.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 1131) is a ceremonial tribute honoring U.S. Army Air Forces Staff Sergeant Eugene J. Darrigan, who died in World War II on March 11, 1944. It commemorates his service and recognizes his long-overdue burial in Wappingers Falls, New York, on May 24, 2025, after remains were recovered 81 years posthumously. The resolution expresses New York State's gratitude to Darrigan's family and community for his sacrifice, but it does not create new laws or affect any policies. As a symbolic gesture, it was adopted by the Senate on June 5, 2025.

Allows victim impact statements in New York state be video recorded; requires that the members of the parole board and all presiding commissioners for such hearing review all relevant victim impact statements prior to the conduct of a parole hearing and to sign a written attestation confirming that they have done so.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill) asking Governor Hochul to designate May 23, 2025, as "Long Island Sound Day" in New York. It does not create new laws or policies but seeks to formally recognize the ecological, economic, and recreational significance of the Long Island Sound. The resolution highlights the Sound's role as a National Estuary, its $9 billion annual economic impact, and its importance to wildlife and coastal communities. It has no direct effect on residents or regulations, serving solely as a symbolic gesture to raise public awareness.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 1098, introduced by Senator Stavisky, formally welcomes the students, teachers, and administrators of the Bronx High School of Science to the New York State Legislative Chambers in Albany on May 28, 2025. It recognizes the school's historic contributions to education, science, and civic leadership, including its global reputation, notable alumni (such as Nobel laureates and industry leaders), and innovative programs like the IDEAS Initiative. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or policies but serves as a symbolic gesture of appreciation for the school's legacy and impact on New York's educational community. The resolution will be presented to the school after adoption, with the legislature pausing its proceedings to honor the visit.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 1097 honors 50+ New York State veterans being inducted into the 2025 New York State Senate Veterans Hall of Fame. It does not create new laws or policies but formally recognizes these veterans - selected for combat service or post-military contributions - for their military service and community impact. The resolution directs the Senate to pause its proceedings to honor them and requires sending copies of the resolution to each inductee. This is a ceremonial gesture with no binding effect, solely acknowledging veterans' service.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill), requesting Governor Hochul to proclaim October 9, 2025, as "Sneakers Day" in New York State. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, people, or programs. The resolution simply asks the Governor to issue a formal proclamation recognizing this date, aligning with National Sneakers Day. Its purpose is symbolic awareness of sneakers' cultural and historical significance, not policy change.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 1077) is a ceremonial expression of recognition, not a policy bill. It formally congratulates the Cold Spring Harbor High School Girls Basketball Team and Head Coach Rory Malone for winning the NYSPHSAA Class B Championship on March 22, 2025. The resolution specifically names the team members and acknowledges Coach Malone and Assistant Coach Steve Forbes. It directs that engrossed copies be sent to the team, coaches, and their families as a symbolic gesture of legislative support. No new laws, funding, or policy changes are created by this resolution.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes New York City to lease approximately 77 acres of parkland within Flushing Meadows Corona Park to Queens Future, LLC for development of a gaming facility plus commercial, retail, and recreational uses. It requires the city to dedicate funds equal to the land's fair market value toward acquiring new parkland or improving existing parks in Queens, including developing at least 20 acres of new parkland (with a specific connection from Roosevelt Avenue to Boat Basin). The affected land includes two designated areas (Area A and Area B) totaling 76.96 acres, excluding Citi Field. The bill is currently in committee with recent action advancing it to third reading.