Sen. Andrea Stewart-Cousins

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Franklin Square & Munson Fire Department, honoring its century of service to the community. The bill formally recognizes the department's history, which began in 1907 with volunteer horse-drawn units and evolved into a modern force serving approximately 30,000 residents. It acknowledges the department's growth from a single company to a multi-unit organization that responds to over 1,000 annual calls for fire and medical emergencies. The resolution expresses gratitude for the firefighters' dedication and directs a copy of the document to the department members.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks the Governor of New York to officially declare May 12-18, 2024, as Fibromyalgia Awareness Week. The resolution highlights the challenges faced by people with fibromyalgia, a chronic condition causing widespread pain and fatigue, and notes the need for better medical understanding and support. It also acknowledges the work of the Fibromyalgia Task Force of New York State in advocating for improved diagnosis and treatment. The bill is a symbolic gesture intended to increase public awareness rather than changing specific laws or funding.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially recognize May 14, 2024, as Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention Day in New York. The resolution highlights the widespread impact of domestic violence across various demographics and emphasizes the need for increased awareness and prevention efforts. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a formal statement to honor the issue and support ongoing advocacy work.

Maddy summaryThis bill congratulates the 2024 New York State Senate Women of Distinction, a group that honors women who have made significant contributions to the state. The legislation does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a formal recognition of these individuals' achievements. It is a ceremonial measure intended to acknowledge their service and impact within the legislative body.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution commemorates the two-year anniversary of the 2022 mass shooting at Tops Friendly Markets in Buffalo, New York. It formally honors the victims, survivors, and their families while acknowledging community events like the 5/14 Blue Flag Initiative and a remembrance ceremony. The measure expresses the state's solidarity with Buffalo and condemns racism and domestic terrorism, with a copy sent to the survivors and families of the victims.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the Governor of New York to officially recognize April 28, 2024, as Workers' Memorial Day. The resolution commemorates the date the federal Occupational Safety and Health Act took effect and honors workers who have been injured or killed on the job. It does not create new laws or change workplace regulations but serves as a symbolic gesture to acknowledge the importance of worker safety. The measure is a formal proclamation that will be sent to the Governor for her signature.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally congratulates Braidon Woodward for winning the 170-pound Division Wrestling Title at the NYSPHSAA Boys Wrestling Championships on February 24, 2024. The measure recognizes his athletic achievement and honors the support he received from his coach, parents, and school district. It directs that copies of the resolution be sent to Woodward, his head coach, the athletic director, and the school superintendent. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create new laws or alter existing policies but serves to acknowledge the student-athlete's success.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors Gregg "Gio" Giannotti, a sports radio personality and co-host of the New York morning show Boomer & Gio, for being named the 2024 Italian American of the Year. The measure formally recognizes his career achievements, including his rise from an intern to a prominent broadcaster, as well as his charitable work supporting cystic fibrosis research and the LT Michael P. Murphy Navy Seal Museum. By adopting this resolution, the legislative body pauses its proceedings to acknowledge Giannotti's contributions and directs a copy of the document to be sent to him.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution honors Bobby Previte, a composer and performer, for being named the 2024 Italian American of the Year. The measure recognizes his significant contributions to the music industry, including his work with diverse ensembles, receipt of prestigious awards like the Guggenheim Fellowship, and his role as an artist-in-residence at various cultural centers. The resolution directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to acknowledge Previte's achievements and mandates that a copy of the document be sent to him.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally honors Johnny Farina, a musician and member of the rock duo Santo & Johnny, for his designation as the 2024 Italian American of the Year. The measure recognizes his five-decade career in music, which includes the famous song "Sleep Walk" and numerous accolades such as a Grammy Award and inductions into the Italian Music Hall of Fame and Steel Guitar Hall of Fame. Upon adoption, the resolution pauses legislative proceedings to acknowledge his achievements and directs that a copy of the document be sent to him.