Sen. Kevin Parker

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (J 270) commending the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of New York for hosting its Vincent E. Best Mid-Year Assembly on January 24-26, 2025. It contains no policy changes or concrete actions - it simply expresses legislative recognition of the organization's historical service, community work, and the event's purpose. The resolution has no effect on laws, funding, or regulations, as it is purely symbolic. It was adopted by the Senate on January 28, 2025, and will be formally presented to the Lodge's leadership.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 267 honors Thelma L. Greaves-Hawkins, a Brooklyn-based funeral director with 40 years of community service, for her recognition at the Young, Gifted, & Black Entrepreneurial Awards' 20th Anniversary Gala on February 26, 2025. The resolution formally recognizes her contributions as a funeral director, community leader, and advocate through her work with organizations like the New York State Funeral Directors Association. It does not create new policy or affect any laws, as it is a ceremonial resolution expressing legislative appreciation. The resolution was adopted by the Senate on January 28, 2025, and includes a copy to be presented to Ms. Greaves-Hawkins.

Maddy summaryThis is a Senate resolution (J 255) commending Brandon Gruttemeyer for receiving the New York State Senate's Liberty Medal - the highest honor for an individual. It recognizes his heroic 2024 rescue of a non-swimmer who nearly drowned at Lake George, where he located the victim underwater and administered life-saving CPR until emergency services arrived. The resolution formally praises his actions and transmits a copy of the resolution to him. As a commemorative resolution, it has no legislative effect beyond the Senate's ceremonial recognition.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 274) is a ceremonial honor recognizing Tammeca Rochester for her designation as a special honoree at the Young, Gifted, & Black Entrepreneurial Awards' 20th Anniversary Gala on February 26, 2025. It formally acknowledges her work as CEO and founder of Harlem Cycle (an indoor cycling studio promoting wellness) and TRG International (a South Africa-based nonprofit addressing socioeconomic barriers), along with her educational background and entrepreneurial leadership. The resolution serves only as a symbolic gesture - requiring no policy changes or funding - and directs the Senate to transmit a copy of the resolution to Ms. Rochester. It does not create legal obligations or affect any laws.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution requests Governor Hochul to proclaim May 2025 as Muslim History Month in New York State. It aims to recognize Muslim cultural contributions, promote education about historical Muslim achievements (such as advancements in science and medicine), and foster community understanding. The resolution does not create new laws but encourages symbolic acknowledgment through the Governor's proclamation.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 268 honors Amber Lee Forrester for her special recognition at the Young, Gifted, and Black Entrepreneurial Awards 20th Anniversary Gala on February 26, 2025. The resolution formally acknowledges her work as founder of the Quartz Wellness collective, which provides wellness resources for women, and her contributions to entrepreneurship, community empowerment, and mental health advocacy, directing that a copy be sent to her.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (not a bill) passed by New York's Legislative Body. It formally commends The Positive Community Media for hosting its 6th annual Great American Emancipation Day Awards event on February 22, 2025, which celebrates the Emancipation Proclamation and Black History Month. The resolution recognizes the organization's work uplifting the Black and Latino communities in Metro New York and New Jersey through its awards program. It has no binding effect or policy changes; it simply expresses formal recognition.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 198) expresses the New York State Legislature's condolences to the family and community of Dr. Elizabeth Nunez following her death on November 8, 2024, and honors her life and work. It specifically recognizes her contributions as a novelist, educator (teaching at Medgar Evers College and Hunter College), and co-founder of the National Black Writers Conference, highlighting her literary works and advocacy for Black writers. The resolution has no policy provisions or direct impact on constituents - it is a ceremonial expression of respect, adopted by the legislature on January 22, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 247) requests Governor Hochul to issue a proclamation designating January 2025 as Cervical Cancer Awareness Month in New York State. It does not create new laws or allocate funds but formally asks the Governor to recognize the month, aligning with national observance. The resolution highlights cervical cancer statistics in New York (840 new cases and 180 deaths in 2024) and emphasizes the need for public awareness of prevention and screening. As a memorial resolution, it is procedural and symbolic, directly affecting the Governor’s role in issuing the proclamation.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution (S 208) asking Governor Hochul to officially designate April 20-26, 2025, as Administrative Professionals Week in New York State. It honors administrative professionals - office workers who coordinate operations across businesses, government, and organizations - and aligns with the existing National Administrative Professionals Day on April 23. The resolution recognizes their essential role in office management, communications, and technology support, referencing the International Association of Administrative Professionals' long-standing observance since 1952. As a commemorative measure, it does not create new laws or affect policy.