Sen. Jim Tedisco

Maddy summaryThis bill designates New York as a "purple heart state" to honor combat veterans for their service and sacrifice. It adds a new section to state law stating this designation, with no changes to existing programs or funding. The bill is purely symbolic and ceremonial, directly recognizing veterans through this official title. It does not create new benefits or alter current veteran support systems. The designation would take effect January 1st following enactment.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) congratulating Shawn MacKinnon on retiring after 30 years of service as a Senate staffer. It recognizes his roles including Secretary to the Senate Finance Committee, expertise in school funding, and mentorship, but contains no policy changes or mechanisms. The resolution formally acknowledges his contributions and will be sent to him as a copy. It directly affects MacKinnon as the honoree, with no impact on legislation or constituents.

Requires a petition in a summary proceeding to recover possession of real property in the city of Schenectady to allege proof of compliance with local laws requiring rental residential property registration and licensure.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 1100) asks Governor Hochul to officially recognize September 21-27, 2025, as Frontotemporal Degeneration (FTD) Awareness Week in New York State. It does not create new laws or funding but aims to raise public awareness about FTD, a terminal brain disease affecting speech, behavior, and motor skills, often misdiagnosed in people aged 40-60. The resolution highlights FTD's impact - accounting for 10-20% of dementia cases under 60 - and its high care costs, urging greater attention to the condition. This symbolic action directly affects New Yorkers living with FTD and their families by promoting community recognition.

Maddy summaryThis resolution asks Governor Hochul to officially recognize November 2-8, 2025, as Radiologic Technologist Week in New York State. It honors radiologic technologists for their role in patient care, medical imaging, and radiation therapy safety across the state. The resolution has no legal effect - it is a ceremonial request to raise public awareness of these healthcare professionals' contributions. It was adopted by the Senate on June 5, 2025.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 1136 memorializes Governor Hochul to proclaim November 2025 as Alpha-1 Awareness Month in New York State. The resolution aims to increase public awareness of Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency, a genetic condition that can cause lung and liver disease due to low levels of a protective protein in the blood. It does not create new laws or policies but requests a symbolic state proclamation to align with National Alpha-1 Awareness Month.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 1131) is a ceremonial tribute honoring U.S. Army Air Forces Staff Sergeant Eugene J. Darrigan, who died in World War II on March 11, 1944. It commemorates his service and recognizes his long-overdue burial in Wappingers Falls, New York, on May 24, 2025, after remains were recovered 81 years posthumously. The resolution expresses New York State's gratitude to Darrigan's family and community for his sacrifice, but it does not create new laws or affect any policies. As a symbolic gesture, it was adopted by the Senate on June 5, 2025.

Allows victim impact statements in New York state be video recorded; requires that the members of the parole board and all presiding commissioners for such hearing review all relevant victim impact statements prior to the conduct of a parole hearing and to sign a written attestation confirming that they have done so.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 1085 requests Governor Hochul to proclaim October 2025 as Dysautonomia Awareness Month in New York State, aligning with National Dysautonomia Awareness Month. It directly affects New Yorkers living with dysautonomia - a group of disorders impacting autonomic nervous system functions like heart rate and blood pressure - and their families. The resolution is symbolic, asking the Governor to issue a formal proclamation to increase public awareness, not to enact new laws or provide funding. It honors Dysautonomia International's advocacy efforts but does not create any legal obligations or policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic Senate resolution (not a law) requesting Governor Hochul to designate October 2025 as Bullying Prevention Month in New York. It does not create new policies or affect specific groups - it asks the Governor to formally recognize and promote awareness of bullying prevention during that month. The resolution cites statistics on bullying prevalence but focuses solely on encouraging public awareness through an official proclamation. As a procedural measure, it has no binding effect and is intended to align with National Bullying Prevention Month.