Sen. Kevin Parker

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 415 honors Pastor Geraldine Felix for her recognition at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Visionary Awards Gala on March 9, 2025. The resolution commends her decades of ministry and community service, including over 25 years of work in Brooklyn and New Hampshire, but does not create any legal requirements or policy changes. This ceremonial resolution serves solely to recognize her contributions as a faith-based leader and community advocate.

Requires the commissioner of the office of temporary and disability assistance to provide for automated identification of OTDA program participants for participation in utility corporation affordability programs for water service affordability.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (J 351) honoring Dr. Lonnie G. Bunch III, Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, for receiving special recognition at The Positive Community Media's 6th Annual Great American Emancipation Day Awards Celebration on February 22, 2025. The resolution expresses the legislative body's recognition of Dr. Bunch's leadership as the first African American Secretary of the Smithsonian and his role as founding director of the National Museum of African American History and Culture. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it is purely a formal tribute. The resolution will be formally transmitted to Dr. Bunch upon adoption.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (J 353), not a law. It formally honors Rev. Jacques Andre DeGraff for his advocacy work in social justice and community leadership, specifically recognizing his upcoming special recognition at The Positive Community Media's 6th Annual Great American Emancipation Day Awards Celebration on February 22, 2025. The resolution cites his roles as a faith leader, activist, founder of Eagle Academy Schools through One Hundred Black Men of New York, and media contributor championing equity. The only concrete action is the legislative body's formal commendation and the transmission of a copy of the resolution to Rev. DeGraff.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (J 352), not a legislative bill with policy changes. It honors Dr. Lamont O. Repollet, President of Kean University, for receiving special recognition at The Positive Community Media's 6th Annual Great American Emancipation Day Awards Celebration on February 22, 2025. The resolution commends his leadership in expanding access to higher education, supporting underserved students, and advancing academic excellence at Kean University. The only action taken is directing the legislature to send a copy of the resolution to Dr. Repollet.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 348 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Jennifer Jones Austin for her leadership in social justice and racial equity. It recognizes her work as CEO of the Federation of Protestant Welfare Agencies, her role in founding New York City's first municipal Racial Justice Commission, and her advocacy for marginalized communities. The resolution does not create new laws or policies - it simply commends her contributions through a formal legislative gesture. It was referred to the Finance Committee on February 12, 2025.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 354 honors Stacey D. Stewart, CEO of Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), for her advocacy work preventing drunk driving and her upcoming recognition at the 6th Annual Great American Emancipation Day Awards. The resolution formally commends her leadership in public safety, victim support, and legislative efforts to eliminate impaired driving. If passed, it will be transmitted to Stewart as a written commendation from the legislative body. This is a symbolic gesture with no policy impact or financial implications.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (J 350) honors Rev. Dr. W. Franklyn Richardson, Senior Pastor of Grace Baptist Church in Mount Vernon, New York, for his recognition at The Positive Community Media's 6th Annual Great American Emancipation Day Awards Celebration on February 22, 2025. It formally commends his 50+ years of service as a faith leader, civil rights advocate, and community builder, including his leadership roles with the Conference of National Black Churches and the National Action Network. The resolution directs that a copy be transmitted to Rev. Dr. Richardson as a formal expression of the Senate's recognition.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (J 349), not a legislative bill. It honors Rev. Dr. Herbert Daughtry, National Presiding Minister Emeritus of the House of the Lord Churches, for his recognition at The Positive Community Media's 6th Annual Great American Emancipation Day Awards Celebration on February 22, 2025. The resolution formally commends his decades-long work as a civil rights leader advocating for racial justice, economic empowerment, and community upliftment. The only concrete action is sending him a copy of the resolution.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 327 commends the Brothers of Essene Lodge No. 97 for hosting their 52nd Annual Scholarship Dinner Dance on February 22, 2025. The resolution recognizes the Lodge's decades-long commitment to supporting student education through scholarships and mentorship, highlighting their role in helping students overcome financial barriers to higher learning. A copy of the adopted resolution will be sent to the Lodge leadership as formal acknowledgment of their community service. This is a non-binding ceremonial resolution with no policy changes or legal effects.