Sen. Jim Tedisco

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic Senate Resolution (J 150) congratulating Niskayuna High School student Fayth Goodspeed for winning the Girls 100 Yard Breaststroke title at the 2024 NYSPHSAA Girls Swimming and Diving Championship. It recognizes her victory (with a time of 1:03.17), her subsequent wins at the NI STAR Short Course Winter Invitational, and her selection as the Times Union's 2024 Girls' Swimming and Diving Athlete of the Year. The resolution formally acknowledges her achievement and directs copies to be sent to Goodspeed, her coach, and the school athletic director. It has no policy provisions or impact on legislation.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (not a law) expressing congratulations to the Brooklyn Technical High School Football Team for winning the 2024-25 NYC PSAL 3A Championship on November 29, 2024. It formally recognizes the team's victory over Fort Hamilton Tigers, their 10-1 season record, and their coaches and managers. The resolution has no policy impact - it serves solely to honor the team's achievement through a formal legislative expression of support. It directly affects the players, coaches (Brian Pugh and Kyle Council), and managers named in the resolution.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution requests Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim February 28, 2025, as Rare Disease Day in New York State. It aims to raise public awareness of rare diseases, which affect approximately 1 in 10 New Yorkers, and aligns with the national observance of Rare Disease Day to highlight ongoing efforts in diagnosis, research, and treatment support. The resolution does not create new laws but serves as a symbolic gesture to encourage broader recognition of these conditions.

Maddy summaryThis resolution requests Governor Hochul to officially designate April 30, 2025, as "Denim Day" in New York State. It supports an annual awareness event established to combat sexual violence and challenge victim-blaming attitudes - originating from a 1999 Italian court case where a rape victim was blamed for wearing tight jeans. The resolution highlights statistics on sexual violence affecting women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people with disabilities. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create new laws but formally recognizes a community awareness initiative.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (J 142) asks Governor Hochul to officially designate May 11-17, 2025, as Police Week in New York State, aligning with National Police Week. It does not create new laws or policies but formally honors law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty. The resolution highlights the sacrifice of over 20,000 U.S. officers since 1791 and seeks to raise public awareness about officer safety. It directly affects the Governor (as the recipient of the request) and New York residents, who would observe the designated week. The resolution is purely ceremonial and does not impose any legal requirements.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) commending Merrill S. Patrick posthumously for receiving the New York State Senate's Liberty Medal - the Senate's highest honor for exceptional service. The resolution recognizes Patrick's World War II military service (including combat injuries and multiple medals), his community involvement, and his legacy as a Saratoga resident. It directs the Senate to formally honor him during a November 19, 2024, veterans ceremony and transmit a copy of the resolution to his family. As a symbolic gesture, it has no legal effect or policy impact.

Maddy summaryThis bill (S 18, "Billy's Law") amends New York's criminal procedure law to require judges to consider bail or pre-trial detention for individuals charged with specific arson felonies. It directly affects people facing charges for arson in the fourth degree (penal law §150.05) or arson in the third degree (penal law §150.10) during pre-trial proceedings. The key provision adds these arson offenses to existing categories where judges may deny release - such as for certain violent crimes or firearm charges - without requiring the defendant to prove they won't flee. Judges must still assess if the defendant poses a risk, but the bill makes arson felonies automatically subject to these detention considerations. The law takes effect 90 days after enactment.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally commends John Joseph Gorman, MD, posthumously for receiving the New York State Senate Liberty Medal. The document highlights Dr. Gorman's distinguished career as a radiologist in Schenectady, his military service in the Army, and his extensive volunteer work in the community. By passing this resolution, the New York State Senate intends to honor his legacy and recognize his contributions to the state and nation. A copy of the resolution will be sent to Dr. Gorman's family to acknowledge the tribute.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally commends the late Merrill S. Patrick for receiving the New York State Senate Liberty Medal, the state's highest individual honor. It recognizes Patrick's service as a World War II veteran who earned multiple military awards, including the Purple Heart, for his actions during the D-Day landings in Normandy. The resolution also notes that Patrick will be honored at a local ceremony in Saratoga County and directs that a copy of the document be sent to his family.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally commends the late Nataleno J. Reo for receiving the New York State Senate Liberty Medal, the state's highest individual honor. The measure recognizes Reo's heroic service as a U.S. Marine during the Korean War, where he earned multiple awards including the Purple Heart with Gold Star, as well as his subsequent contributions to his community and family. The resolution pauses legislative proceedings to offer this tribute and directs that a copy of the document be sent to Reo's family. It does not create new laws or change policies but serves as an official expression of gratitude from the state legislature.