Sen. Dean Murray

Maddy summaryThis resolution (J 1342) asks Governor Hochul to officially recognize May 17-23, 2026, as Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week in New York State, aligning with National EMS Week. It directly honors EMS professionals - including paramedics, EMTs, firefighters, and volunteers - who provide critical 24/7 emergency care. The resolution has no policy changes; it simply requests the Governor issue a proclamation to celebrate their service. This ceremonial action affects all New Yorkers by promoting public awareness of EMS workers' vital role in community health.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution requests Governor Hochul to issue a proclamation designating May 6-12, 2026, as Nurses Week in New York State, aligning with National Nurses Week. It recognizes New York's 256,000+ registered nurses and their critical role in healthcare, including patient safety, primary care, and meeting the needs of an aging population. The resolution does not create new law but serves as a formal state-level acknowledgment of nurses' contributions. It directly addresses the Governor to take action, with no direct impact on policy or funding.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a binding bill) requesting Governor Hochul to proclaim January 25-31, 2026, as "Medicolegal Death Investigation Professionals Week" in New York. It does not create new laws or policies - it solely honors professionals who investigate deaths to determine cause and manner. The resolution recognizes these workers' role in supporting families and communities through death investigations. No specific individuals or groups are directly affected by this symbolic gesture.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution requests Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 10-16, 2026, as Police Week in New York State, aligning with National Police Week. It honors law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty, referencing historical data on officer fatalities and the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial. The resolution has no binding legal effect - it is a ceremonial request to the Governor, not a new law. It directly affects public recognition efforts for law enforcement families and communities.

Maddy summaryThis resolution requests Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 3-9, 2026, as Correctional Officers and Employees Week in New York, honoring the state's approximately 16,178 correctional officers and employees who oversee over 31,329 inmates in state facilities. It aligns with federal recognition of "National Correctional Officers and Employees Week" established in 1996 and emphasizes the dangerous nature of their work. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but serves as a symbolic tribute to these personnel through a gubernatorial proclamation.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 1293 commends Armando and Shayla Gramajo for receiving New York State's Liberty Medal, the Senate's highest honor for individuals. The resolution recognizes their 2024 actions when they intervened to save a woman attacked with a knife in White Plains - Armando (a bus driver and former Guatemalan Army veteran) stopped the attacker, and Shayla (a physician's assistant) provided medical aid using household items until emergency services arrived. This symbolic resolution, passed by the New York State Senate, formally honors their humanitarian act and does not create new laws or affect any policies. It serves as a ceremonial tribute to their spontaneous, life-saving response.

Returns the state's energy codes to the less expensive earlier provisions; repeals provisions of the state energy conservation construction code which relate to the state's clean energy and climate agenda.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends New York's animal cruelty laws to clarify definitions and strengthen enforcement. It updates key terms like "cruelty" (including intentional harm causing pain) and "companion animal" (distinct from farm animals), while repealing outdated sections of the law. The bill adds requirements for dog license applicants to disclose ear clipping and creates a process for courts to require security deposits from owners of seized animals to cover care costs. These changes directly affect animal welfare enforcement agencies, shelters, and pet owners involved in animal cruelty cases.

Permits award of crime victim assistance funds to victims of overdoses, where such overdoses cause death and were the result of deception, surreptitious delivery, or third-party administration of a controlled substance.

Requires that any rules or regulations related to hydrofluorocarbon substances conform with, and shall not exceed, any applicable rules and regulations set by the United States environmental protection agency.