Sen. Sam Sutton

Maddy summaryThis bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially recognize July 20, 2026, as Colombian Independence Day in New York State to mark the 216th anniversary of Colombia's independence. The resolution provides historical context about Colombia's struggle for independence from Spanish rule in 1810 and acknowledges notable Colombian figures who have contributed to New York. The bill directs the Senate to send copies of the resolution to the Governor and the Colombian Consulate General in New York.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates Monday, March 10, 2026, as Harriet Tubman Day in New York State to honor her life and legacy as an abolitionist and humanitarian. The resolution directs the state legislature to pause its proceedings on that date to recognize Tubman's contributions to freedom and equality. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a formal commemorative acknowledgment of her historical significance.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the Governor of New York to officially recognize April 9, 2026, as Yellow Ribbon Day in the state. It serves as a formal acknowledgment of military service and sacrifice, particularly honoring former prisoners of war and those who continue to serve. The resolution asks the Governor to issue a proclamation for this specific date, continuing a tradition that began in 2006 to raise awareness and support for service members. The measure does not create new laws or funding but instead establishes an official state observance date for a day dedicated to military appreciation.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution commemorates the 85th anniversary of the Civil Air Patrol New York Wing, a volunteer organization that serves as the official auxiliary of the United States Air Force. The bill formally recognizes the wing's contributions to emergency services, disaster relief, cadet programs, and aerospace education across New York State. It directs the Legislature to pause briefly for commemorative acknowledgment and authorizes the transmission of a copy of the resolution to the Civil Air Patrol leadership and membership.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs Governor Kathy Hochul to officially designate March 2026 as Greek History Month in New York State. The resolution commemorates the 205th anniversary of Greek Independence and highlights the historical and cultural contributions of Greek Americans to the state. It calls on citizens to reflect on the achievements of the Greek community while noting the significance of March 25th as Independence Day in Greece. The measure is ceremonial and does not create new laws or funding requirements.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the Governor of New York to officially recognize April 2026 as the Month of the Military Child in the state. It aims to honor the approximately 44,000 military children living in New York, including those on active duty installations and those in the National Guard and Reserve communities. The resolution aligns with the federal observance of the Month of the Military Child and Purple Up Day, which encourages communities to wear purple to show support for military families. This measure is a ceremonial proclamation that does not create new laws or funding but serves to acknowledge the contributions and challenges faced by military children and their families.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks the Governor of New York to officially recognize April 14, 2026, as Bangla New Year Day in the state. It directly affects state officials and the Bangladeshi and Bengali communities in New York by formally acknowledging their cultural traditions. The resolution highlights the historical and cultural significance of the Bangla New Year celebration, noting its origins and the contributions of Bengali Americans to New York's diverse heritage. This is a ceremonial measure that does not change laws or funding but serves to honor cultural diversity within the state.

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution congratulates the 2026 New York State Senate Women of Distinction by formally acknowledging five new honorees inducted into the Historical Women of Distinction exhibit. The bill recognizes Dorothy Chin Brandt, Dr. Hazel N. Dukes, Tonya Gonnella Frichner, Dr. Marilu Maria Galvßn, and Nita Lowey for their significant contributions to New York State. It also honors a long list of historical women who broke barriers in various fields, from civil rights to science and politics. The resolution directs copies to the National Women's Hall of Fame and the New York State Division for Women to commemorate these achievements.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that commemorates the 61st anniversary of Bloody Sunday and the 1965 Selma-to-Montgomery march, which helped lead to the Voting Rights Act. The resolution formally acknowledges the historical significance of the civil rights march and its role in advancing voting rights for African Americans. It directs that a copy of the resolution be sent to the NAACP New York State Conference. The measure does not change any laws or policies but serves as a symbolic recognition of a pivotal moment in American history.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution commemorates the 175th anniversary of Albany Law School, the nation's oldest independent law school, which was founded in 1851. The bill formally recognizes the institution's historical significance and ongoing contributions to legal education and public service in New York State. It directs the Legislature to pause its proceedings to acknowledge the anniversary and mandates that a copy of the resolution be sent to the school's leadership. The measure serves as a symbolic tribute rather than enacting new policy or funding requirements.