Sen. Pete Harckham

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (J 1279) honoring Jeffrey Alan Miller, a Peekskill resident and community volunteer who died in June 2025. The resolution formally expresses the New York State Senate's mourning for Miller, recognizing his work with the social services organization CHHOP, his educational achievements, and his contributions to his community. It does not create any new laws or affect any policies; it is purely a symbolic tribute. The resolution directs the Senate to pause its proceedings to honor his life and transmit a copy to his family.

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.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (J 1283) mourning the death of William W. McGreevy, a 91-year-old Carmel, New York resident and Korean War veteran. The resolution formally recognizes McGreevy's life as a Verizon manager, devoted family man, community member, and veteran, and directs the New York State Senate to pause its proceedings in his memory. It also instructs that a copy of the resolution be sent to his surviving family members. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy or legal effect.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 1272 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the New York State Senate to honor Theodore Holt Chase, a Lewisboro, New York, community leader and U.S. Army veteran who died on June 17, 2025, at age 93. The resolution directs the Senate to pause its deliberations in tribute to his legacy of public service, including his roles as Town Board member, Deputy Supervisor, and Fire Commissioner. It also instructs that a copy of the resolution be sent to his family, including his wife, children, and grandchildren. This resolution has no policy impact and serves solely as a formal expression of mourning.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (not a policy bill) honoring Kent J. Patterson, a railroad professional and public transportation advocate who died in 2025. The resolution formally mourns his passing, recognizing his 37-year career with rail companies like Amtrak and Metro-North, his leadership in rail advocacy groups (ESPA/RPA), and his contributions to rail history. It directs the New York State Legislature to pause its work to honor his legacy and sends a copy of the resolution to his family. This resolution has no policy impact - it solely serves as a tribute to his life and service.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative Senate resolution (J 1270) honoring Sheriff Kevin J. McConville of Cold Spring, New York, who died on August 22, 2025. The resolution formally expresses the legislature's condolences to his family and recognizes his 30+ year career in law enforcement, including service as Putnam County Sheriff and leadership in MTA Police. It directs the legislature to pause its proceedings to mourn his death and sends a copy of the resolution to his family. As a tribute resolution, it has no legal effect or policy changes - it solely serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of his life and service.

Maddy summaryThis is a Senate memorial resolution (J 1281) honoring Eugene P. Lee, a Somers, New York resident and Vietnam War veteran who died on June 3, 2025. The resolution commemorates his life, including his 39-year career at the Larchmont Post Office, military service, and dedication to his community and family. It formally expresses the New York State Senate's tribute to his legacy and directs that a copy be sent to his surviving family members. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on any laws or regulations.

Maddy summaryThis is a Senate Resolution (J 1277) expressing the New York State Legislature's condolences upon the death of Stephen J. Sullivan, a retired New York City Police Department officer and community member. The resolution formally mourns his life, highlighting his 25 years of police service, 23 years of work at Putnam Transit after retirement, and his dedication to family and community. It contains no policy changes or binding provisions - it is a commemorative gesture with no legislative effect. The resolution directs that a copy be sent to his family.

Maddy summaryS 1085 prohibits spreading false information that prevents voting (like fake election times or eligibility rules) and bans using force or threats to stop people from voting as they choose. It applies to candidates, campaigns, and organizations that intentionally share deceptive election details or suppress voter rights. Violations are misdemeanors (up to one year in jail or $500 fines for first offenses), with increased penalties for repeat violations. The attorney general can prosecute these offenses alongside local prosecutors.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits foreign-influenced businesses from spending money on New York state or local elections. It defines "foreign-influenced" as businesses where foreign owners hold 1% or more of equity (or 5% for multiple owners), or where foreign entities control political decisions. Businesses making political contributions must certify they aren’t foreign-influenced and provide this certification to election committees. Violations carry felony charges and civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation.