Sen. Andrew Lanza

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally commends the Broome County Office for Aging on the occasion of its 50th anniversary. It recognizes the organization's long history of providing services such as meals, transportation, and assistance to older adults in the county. The resolution highlights the growth of the office's programs since its establishment in 1974 and acknowledges the dedication of its staff and volunteers. No new laws or funding are created by this measure; it serves solely as an official expression of appreciation from the state legislature.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes the 40th anniversary of the Southern Tier AIDS Program (STAP). It honors the organization's history of providing HIV/AIDS support, healthcare navigation, housing assistance, and opioid overdose prevention services to the Broome County region. The resolution expresses the state's appreciation for STAP's contributions to community health and well-being over the past four decades. No new laws or funding are created; the measure simply directs the legislature to pause and acknowledge the organization's achievements.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution honoring the life and legacy of Pastor Constance Marie Hulla, a religious leader and community figure from Coney Island who passed away in May 2024. The measure formally recognizes her contributions to her community, her role in promoting peace, and her dedication to serving those in need. It directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to express condolences to her family and authorizes the transmission of a copy of the resolution to them.

Allows commuter vans to accept hails from prospective passengers in the street; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon the expiration thereof.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially declare June 2024 as Dairy Month in New York. It aims to honor the dairy industry and acknowledge the work of the state's dairy farmers, who are a significant part of New York's agricultural sector. The resolution highlights the economic importance of dairy farming and the nutritional benefits of dairy products for the public.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution honoring the memory of Alfred Robert Mosiello, Jr., a police officer who passed away in May 2024. It formally records the Legislative Body's condolences and pauses its proceedings to mourn his death. The document details his life as a family man, law enforcement officer, and community member, and directs a copy of the resolution to his family.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution commemorates the 100th birthday of Dorothy Bolden, honoring her lifelong advocacy for domestic workers. The bill recognizes her role in founding the National Domestic Workers Union of America and her influence on the creation of the National Domestic Workers Alliance. It formally acknowledges her legacy by pausing legislative proceedings to celebrate her contributions and sending a copy of the resolution to the New York chapter of the organization.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally acknowledges the death of Judge Langston McKinney, a Syracuse City Court judge and U.S. veteran. The text honors his life by detailing his career as a lawyer, his military service, and his judicial work, which included establishing a community treatment court for nonviolent defendants. It also notes his legacy through the naming of McKinney Manor in his honor. The resolution concludes by directing a copy of the document to McKinney's family.

Grants retroactive Tier IV membership in the New York city teachers' retirement system to certain employees employed by the city of Yonkers parks department for the period beginning in 2009 and ending in 2014.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution commends the International Cricket Council for hosting the India versus Pakistan match during the ICC Men's T20 World Cup on June 9, 2024. The bill recognizes the event held at Nassau County International Cricket Stadium as a significant moment in the sport's history and highlights the global popularity of the rivalry between the two teams. It serves as a formal acknowledgment of the organization's efforts to promote cricket and does not alter any laws or policies.