Sen. Kevin Parker

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 807 commends Timothy Jaccard for his designation as a recipient of the New York State Senate Liberty Medal. This resolution recognizes Jaccard for his humanitarian efforts, including founding the AMT Children of Hope Foundation and spearheading the national movement for "Safe Haven" laws.

Maddy summaryThis resolution commemorates the 9th Annual Fundraiser Benefit hosted by the 69th Precinct Community Council. It formally recognizes the council's efforts to strengthen community-police relations and promote public safety in Canarsie, Brooklyn.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate Resolution that commends the Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., Eta Nu Sigma Alumnae Chapter. It specifically recognizes the chapter for hosting its Swim 1922 Dry Clinic on April 26, 2025, which aims to provide water safety education and CPR training.

Maddy summaryThis resolution commemorates the 2025 Annual Dance hosted by Prince Hall Ashlar Lodge No. 94, scheduled for May 17, 2025. It recognizes the Lodge's contributions to the community, its fraternal mission, and its historical legacy.

Maddy summaryBill J 812 is a Senate Resolution that asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially proclaim March 26, 2025, as Bangladesh Independence Day in the State of New York. This resolution aims to recognize the cultural heritage and contributions of Bangladeshi Americans in the state.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 887 commends Uplifting Real Initiatives for hosting its 2025 URI Celebration: "Rise Up!". It also honors Obina Escort and Aaliyah Duah for their leadership and service in the fields of holistic health and financial empowerment, respectively.

Maddy summaryThis resolution memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 28, 2025, as Workers' Memorial Day in the State of New York. The aim is to honor workers who have been killed, injured, or made ill on the job and to renew advocacy for safety and health protections.

Prohibits public employers from diminishing health insurance benefits provided to Medicare-eligible retirees and their Medicare-eligible dependents or the contributions such employer makes for such health insurance coverage below the level of such benefits or contributions made on behalf of such retirees and dependents by the public employer as of December 31, 2021.

Requires counties and/or cities to establish a plan for providing legal counsel to persons who are defendants or respondents in eviction, ejectment and foreclosure proceedings and who are financially unable to obtain counsel; defines eligible person as one whose gross individual income is not in excess of one hundred twenty-five percent of the federal income official poverty line; requires the state to match dollar for dollar the amount counties appropriate for their plans.

Maddy summaryThe New York State Supplier Diversity Act (S 7443) aims to increase the participation of businesses owned by LGBT individuals, disabled individuals, and veterans in state contracts. It establishes a new Division of Supplier Diversity within the Office of General Services. This division will certify eligible businesses - defined as those at least 51% owned and controlled by these groups, with a significant state presence and up to 300 employees - and create a directory for state agencies to use. The bill applies to state contracts for services, supplies, and real property projects exceeding specified monetary thresholds.