Sen. Rob Rolison

Requires the superintendent of state police to develop, maintain and disseminate to all members of the division of state police a critical incident leave policy requiring critical incident paid leave for any members directly involved in a critical incident; prohibits such superintendent from taking any punitive administrative action against any member of the division of state police granted critical incident leave solely on the basis of the provision of such leave.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (Senate Resolution 1351) congratulating the Tri-Valley Secondary School Girls Cross Country Team and Head Coach Skylar Musa for winning the 2025 New York State Class D Cross Country Championship. It specifically recognizes their undefeated season (8-0 overall), sixth state title, and the contributions of athletes and assistant coaches. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely serves as a formal expression of legislative praise. It does not affect any laws, regulations, or individuals beyond this ceremonial acknowledgment.

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 summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (J 1298), not a substantive bill. It formally commends Nicholas Gasparre posthumously for being named recipient of the New York State Senate's Liberty Medal - the highest honor for individual service. The resolution recognizes Gasparre's military service (Marine Corps, 2010-2014), his public service as a volunteer firefighter and Dutchess County Sheriff's Office officer, and his community involvement. It includes no policy changes or funding; it solely serves as a symbolic tribute, directing the Senate to pause deliberations to honor him and send a copy of the resolution to his family.

Maddy summaryThis resolution commends Donald Herring, Sr. posthumously for receiving the New York State Senate's Liberty Medal - the highest honor for individuals who demonstrated exceptional service or humanitarian acts. It formally recognizes his service as a U.S. Navy mechanic during the Vietnam War, his honorable discharge, and his lifelong community contributions in Poughkeepsie. The resolution has no legislative effect beyond ceremonial recognition and will be presented to his family.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 1290 formally commends Alexander Watkins posthumously for receiving the New York State Senate's Liberty Medal, the highest honor bestowed on an individual. The resolution recognizes his 27-year military service - including combat in Vietnam and Korea, receipt of the Purple Heart, and leadership as a Sergeant Major - and will be presented to his family at the Dutchess County Honor-A-Veteran ceremony on October 16, 2025. This ceremonial resolution does not create new laws or affect any policies.

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.