Sen. Pete Harckham

Maddy summaryThis bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially declare September 26, 2026, as Hunting and Fishing Day in New York State. The resolution highlights the historical and economic contributions of hunters and anglers to wildlife conservation and the state's economy. It does not change any laws or create new regulations, but rather serves as a formal recognition of these activities.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution honoring Ross M. Weale, a distinguished citizen of New York who passed away in July 2024. The resolution formally acknowledges his contributions to banking, community development, and various civic organizations throughout his life. It directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to express mourning for Weale and authorizes sending a copy of the resolution to his family.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution honoring John T. Calvert, a retired police officer and community member from Croton-on-Hudson who passed away in February 2026. The resolution formally acknowledges his lifelong service, which included stints in the U.S. Army, the New York City Police Department, and the Westchester County Sheriff's Department, as well as his later work with Pace University and special needs transportation. It directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to mourn his death and instructs that a copy of the resolution be sent to his family.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally expresses the New York State Legislature's condolences for Andrew A. Daly Jr., a retired New York City firefighter and former U.S. Navy veteran who passed away in March 2026. The text honors his 31-year career with the FDNY, his military service, and his long-standing dedication to his family and community. Upon adoption, the resolution pauses legislative proceedings to mourn his death and directs that a copy of the document be sent to his family.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally acknowledges the death of Joseph Belle, a New York resident, United States Navy veteran, and community member. It honors his life by pausing legislative proceedings to express sympathy to his family and transmitting a copy of the resolution to them. The document details his personal history, including his military service, career with A&P Supermarkets, and his roles as a husband, father, and grandfather. As a commemorative measure, it does not alter laws or policies but serves to recognize his contributions and legacy.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors Thomas Patrick McMahon, a New York resident who passed away in March 2026, by officially acknowledging his service as a Navy veteran and his career as a union carpenter. The measure directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to express mourning for McMahon and his family, while also transmitting a copy of the resolution to them as a formal tribute. As a commemorative document, it does not alter laws or policies but serves to publicly recognize McMahon's life and contributions to his community.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution No. 2231 honors Stanley P. Vishinski II, a longtime Patterson resident and business owner who passed away in April 2026. The resolution formally acknowledges his contributions to the community, including his work with the Patterson Volunteer Fire Department and his decades-long operation of Stan's Auto Body. It directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to express mourning and requires that a copy of the resolution be sent to his family.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution honors the life of Leif Arnold Larsen, a respected community member who passed away in 2026. The bill formally acknowledges his contributions to his family, church, and workplace, particularly his career in carpet installation and management. It directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings in mourning and instructs officials to send a copy of the resolution to Larsen's family.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally recognizes the 80th anniversary of Binghamton University in 2026. It expresses the legislative body's appreciation for the institution's history, academic achievements, and contributions to education and research. The bill does not allocate funding or change laws but instead directs the transmission of a copy of the resolution to the university as an official acknowledgment.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate Resolution that formally acknowledges the death of Hudson Talbott, a writer, artist, and community leader from New York. It honors his contributions as an author of children's books and an illustrator whose work has been exhibited internationally and adapted into films. The resolution also recognizes his long-term service as a trustee for the Thomas Cole National Historic Site in Catskill. Finally, it directs that a copy of the resolution be sent to Talbott's family as a tribute to his life and legacy.