Sen. Dan Stec

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 623 honors Gerald H. Morrow, a Verona, New York resident and longtime community leader who died in March 2025. The resolution, adopted by the New York State Senate, expresses condolences to his family and recognizes his decades of public service, including roles as Chesterfield Town Supervisor, village trustee, and active involvement with the Knights of Columbus and United Way. It has no policy impact or legal effect, serving solely as a ceremonial tribute.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (J 594) congratulating Carman Bogle for her decade-long service as Mayor of Cambridge, New York, concluding April 7, 2025. It formally recognizes her public service achievements, including leading pandemic response, police reform, infrastructure projects, and community initiatives. The resolution has no policy impact or legal effect - it is purely an expression of appreciation with no binding provisions. It was adopted by the Senate on April 8, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 753) symbolically recognizes a planned event celebrating the Dominican community's cultural contributions in Albany on April 9, 2025. It acknowledges the event hosted by the state legislature's Dominican Delegation, which aims to empower the community, strengthen civic engagement, and honor the Dominican diaspora's role in New York. The resolution does not create new laws, allocate funds, or directly affect any individuals or policies - it simply directs the legislature to pause its work to honor this cultural celebration.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (J 738) requesting Governor Hochul to proclaim May 6, 2025, as "Queens Day" in New York State. It honors Queens' cultural diversity, history, and economic contributions as a symbolic gesture, not a policy change. The resolution was adopted by the Senate and will be sent to the Governor, Queens Borough President, and Queens Chamber of Commerce for consideration. It directly affects no individuals or entities through legal requirements, as it seeks only a ceremonial recognition of Queens' significance.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (J 599) formally recognizing the Shaker High School Boys Basketball Team for winning the NYSPHSAA Class AAA Championship on March 21, 2025. It specifically congratulates the team members, head coach Aric Kucel, assistant coaches, and manager for their championship victory and 23-3 season record. The resolution has no policy impact - it serves only as symbolic recognition, with copies to be sent to the named individuals and school staff. It does not affect any laws, regulations, or funding.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 573 honors the first responders who battled the March 8, 2025, brush fires in Suffolk County, Long Island, which burned 400-600 acres. It specifically recognizes over 80 fire departments, 10 ambulance crews, and multiple state agencies - including the New York Air National Guard and Suffolk County Police - for their coordinated efforts in containing the fires and creating fire breaks. The resolution serves as a formal legislative expression of gratitude without creating new laws or policy changes. It was adopted on April 2, 2025, and directs a copy to the Suffolk County Department of Fire, Rescue, and Emergency Services.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 587 honors Firefighter Cameron Herdman for 50 years of service to the Constable Volunteer Fire Department. The resolution recognizes his dedication since 1974, including emergency response, committee work, and mentoring, as a symbol of volunteer firefighting excellence. It is a ceremonial gesture with no policy changes or funding, simply expressing legislative appreciation. The resolution was adopted on April 2, 2025, and a copy will be sent to Herdman.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (J 583) commemorating the 100th anniversary of Canton-Potsdam Hospital in St. Lawrence County. It formally recognizes the hospital's century of healthcare service to the community, including its role as the only Level III Trauma Center in the county and its provision of emergency, critical care, and specialized services across multiple locations. The resolution directs the Senate to pause its proceedings to honor the hospital and its staff, with a copy to be delivered to the hospital. It does not create new laws or affect policy, as it is purely a symbolic recognition.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 588 is a commemorative resolution mourning the death of John "JR" Gaudet, a Binghamton firefighter who died in the line of duty on February 12, 2025. The resolution expresses the New York State Senate's tribute to Gaudet's life, career, and community service, including his work coaching youth sports and his dedication to family. It directs that a copy of the resolution be transmitted to his surviving family members. As a non-binding tribute, this resolution has no policy impact or legislative effect.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (not a bill with policy changes) congratulating student-athlete Ava Bachta for winning the 2025 NYSPHSAA State Championship in Slalom and Alpine Combined. It formally recognizes her athletic achievement, 4.0 GPA in honors courses, and community support, without creating any new laws or funding. The resolution directly affects Ava Bachta and her school staff (Coach Rich Burnley and Athletic Director Sean Colfer), who will receive copies of the resolution. As a symbolic gesture, it has no binding effect or broader impact on legislation.