Sen. Dan Stec

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic Senate Resolution (J 1300) that formally congratulates the York Middle/High School Girls Varsity Volleyball Team for winning the NYSPHSAA Class D State Championship in November 2025. The resolution recognizes their 19-1 season record, championship victory over Candor Senior High School, and the team's coaches and school officials. It does not create any new laws or policies - it simply serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of their athletic achievement. The resolution will be delivered to the team members, coaches, and school leadership as a formal commendation.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the town of Plattsburgh to impose a 5% occupancy tax on hotel and motel room rentals for short-term stays. It applies to rooms rented daily or longer in hotels, motels, or similar accommodations, but exempts permanent residents (staying 30+ consecutive days), government entities, and qualifying nonprofit organizations. The tax revenue would go into Plattsburgh’s general fund for any public use, with collection handled by the town’s fiscal officer. The bill does not require the tax to be implemented - it only permits the town to adopt it via local law.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) adopted by the New York State Senate to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. It formally commemorates the 41st annual observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in New York on January 19, 2026, recognizing his life, legacy, and contributions to the civil rights movement. The resolution urges the legislature to pause its work to pay tribute to Dr. King's vision of justice, equality, and nonviolence. It directs the resolution to be shared with the Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic and Asian Legislative Caucus.

Requires electric utility corporations, energy services companies and municipalities to provide an itemized breakdown on all monthly bills detailing infrastructure costs, contributions to the New York Power Authority, and other public utility investments.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (J 1315) formally congratulating the Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake High School Boys Cross Country Team and Head Coach Chip Button for winning the 2025 New York State Class B Championship. It recognizes their athletic achievement, 25th Section 2 Championship, 13th state title, and academic success (95.6% team GPA), alongside their community support and coaching. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply provides official recognition through a formal statement sent to the team, coach, and school officials. As a procedural resolution, it does not affect laws or regulations.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic Senate Resolution (J 1344) congratulating the Adirondack Sky Center and Observatory for winning an Emmy Award for its role in NASA's 2024 solar eclipse live broadcast. It formally recognizes their contribution to NASA's "2024 Total Solar Eclipse: Through the Eyes of NASA" program, which garnered 40 million views globally and was viewed in 25 countries. The resolution does not create new laws or affect any policies; it simply expresses legislative support and sends a copy to the organization. It honors the Center's work in broadcasting the eclipse from Tupper Lake, New York, during a live event attended by over 15,000 people.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (J1321) honoring Noel Henry Merrihew III, a longtime Elizabethtown, New York, community leader who died in 2025. The resolution commemorates his life, including his 20-year service as Town Supervisor, work with local hospitals and organizations, and dedication to his family and community. It has no policy impact or funding provisions - its sole purpose is to formally mourn his passing and send a copy to his family. As a commemorative resolution, it does not affect any laws or individuals beyond this symbolic tribute.

Establishes the persistent domestic violence offender registry to provide information on the persistent domestic violence offender, including but not limited to, the name, date of birth, conviction date, county or counties of convictions, and a current photograph of any person who was convicted of an offense against a victim of domestic violence and has at least one prior conviction for a family offense committed against a member of the same family as defined in subdivision one of section 530.11 of the criminal procedure law; makes related provisions.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (not a bill), not a law with policy changes. It formally congratulates the Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake High School Field Hockey Team and Head Coach Kelly Vrooman for winning the 2025 Class B NYSPHSAA Field Hockey Championship. The resolution recognizes their 21-1-1 season record, second consecutive state title, and academic achievements (95.2 GPA collectively). It has no legal effect or impact on any policies, programs, or individuals beyond the ceremonial acknowledgment.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (J 1317), not a substantive bill. It formally congratulates the Stillwater Girls Varsity Soccer Team and Head Coach Christine Ihnatolya for winning the New York State Public High School Athletic Association Class C State Championship on November 16, 2025. The resolution specifically recognizes the team's 22-1 record, four sectional titles, and 92.6 average GPA, naming all players and coaches. It has no policy impact or financial effect - it is purely symbolic recognition directed to the team, school officials, and staff.