Sen. Brian Kavanagh

Maddy summarySenate Resolution No. 904 formally recognizes the historical atrocities committed at the Thomas Indian School and the profound, enduring trauma inflicted upon the Onondowa'ga:' (Seneca people), Haudenosaunee (Six Nations), and all Indigenous communities in New York State. It reaffirms the Legislative Body's commitment to truth, reconciliation, and healing by promoting education, awareness, and accountability for this painful legacy.

Maddy summaryBill J 823 is a resolution that memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 28, 2025, as Taiwan Heritage Day in the State of New York. This bill, if adopted, would recognize the cultural contributions and heritage of the Taiwanese community within New York State.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 905 officially recognizes May 2025 as Apraxia Awareness Month in the State of New York. This resolution aims to increase public understanding of Childhood Apraxia of Speech and encourages New York citizens to support children affected by this disorder, their families, and the professionals who assist them.

Maddy summaryThis resolution memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to officially proclaim May 1, 2025, as May Day in the State of New York. This proclamation aims to recognize International Workers' Day and appreciate the contributions of all workers, both union and non-union, across the state.

Maddy summaryThis resolution memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim June 10, 2025, as FSGS Awareness Day in the State of New York. This aims to raise public awareness about focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS), a rare kidney disease.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution No. 932 mourns the death of Van B. Robinson, a distinguished Syracuse politician and community leader. The resolution pays tribute to his life of public service, including his roles with the Syracuse NAACP and Common Council, and conveys condolences to his family.

Maddy summaryBill J 908 is a legislative resolution that formally recognizes May 8, 2025, as a day to honor the work of Girls Inc. of the Greater Capital Region. This resolution acknowledges the organization's dedication to empowering young women through programs focused on education, health, and leadership development.

Maddy summaryBill S 7320 prohibits discriminatory practices by real estate appraisers based on protected characteristics like race, gender identity, or familial status. It defines "real estate appraisal" broadly to include all residential appraisals and supporting documents, applying to both licensed and unlicensed individuals. The bill makes it an unlawful practice to base an appraisal on these characteristics of current or prospective property owners or those in the vicinity. It allows for sanctions, license suspension, revocation, or fines up to $2,000 for violations, with half of these fines allocated to a fund supporting fair housing compliance programs and addressing appraisal discrimination.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to officially proclaim May 4, 2025, as "Star Wars Day" in the State of New York. It recognizes the cultural impact of Star Wars on New Yorkers and people globally.

Maddy summaryBill J 849 is a Senate Resolution that memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim July 2025 as Juvenile Arthritis Month in the State of New York. The bill aims to increase public awareness among New York residents about juvenile arthritis, its causes, symptoms, diagnoses, and treatments.