Sen. Dan Stec

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a uniform statewide process for approving certain wireless infrastructure upgrades, specifically exempting "eligible modifications" from local zoning and permitting requirements. It directly affects telecom companies seeking to add antennas, replace equipment, or remove old gear on existing towers or base stations (without changing their physical size). Key provisions allow these upgrades to be handled through a simplified municipal building inspector process instead of full zoning reviews, while preserving local authority over new construction and substantial changes. The law defines "eligible" modifications narrowly to exclude height increases exceeding 10% or 10 feet. Municipalities retain power to regulate other aspects of wireless facility siting under existing laws.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 363 honors Firefighter Mark Bomyea for being named 2024 Firefighter of the Year by the St. Lawrence County Fire Chiefs Association. The resolution, adopted by the Senate, recognizes his 31 years of service with the Rensselaer Falls Fire Department, including founding the department's First Responder Program in 1989. A copy of the resolution will be formally presented to Firefighter Bomyea. This is a ceremonial resolution with no policy impact.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (not a bill), honoring Monaghan Medical Corporation for receiving the 2025 Business of the Year Award from the North Country Chamber of Commerce. It recognizes the company's contributions to healthcare innovation, community support, and local economic development. The resolution formally acknowledges their achievements and directs that a written copy be sent to the company. As a procedural honor, it has no policy impact or binding effect on laws or regulations.

Maddy summaryThis resolution requests Governor Hochul to proclaim May 2025 as Lupus Awareness Month in New York. It recognizes the impact of lupus on approximately 105,400 New Yorkers and seeks to increase public awareness of this chronic autoimmune disease, which disproportionately affects women and certain ethnic groups. The resolution does not create new laws or allocate funding but formally urges the Governor to support awareness efforts. It was adopted by the legislature on February 25, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 389) formally honors CV-TEC, the Career and Technical Education Division of Champlain Valley Educational Services (CVES), for receiving the 2025 Economic Development Partner of the Year Award from the North Country Chamber of Commerce. It recognizes CV-TEC's role in providing career training and workforce development programs in Clinton and Essex Counties, including initiatives like aerospace coatings certification and manufacturing partnerships. The resolution, adopted by the legislature, includes a copy sent to CV-TEC as a symbolic gesture of appreciation for its contributions to regional economic growth. This is a ceremonial resolution with no binding policy changes or financial impact.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 346 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Dr. Pablo Ulloa for his advocacy on behalf of Dominican Americans in New York. It recognizes his work as the Ombudsman of the Dominican Republic, his professional background with international organizations like the Inter-American Development Bank, and his efforts supporting the Dominican diaspora community. The resolution, adopted by the Senate, formally acknowledges his contributions to advancing equity, healthcare access, and social services for underserved populations. A copy of the resolution will be sent to Dr. Ulloa as a gesture of recognition.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (J 388), not a law. It formally honors Crossborder Development Corporation for being named the 2025 Small Business of the Year Award recipient by the North Country Chamber of Commerce. The resolution recognizes the company's work helping international businesses - particularly from USMCA countries - enter the U.S. market through services like immigration support, relocation assistance, and workforce development. The resolution was adopted on February 25, 2025, and includes a copy to be presented to the company.

Maddy summaryThis resolution memorializes Governor Hochul to officially proclaim March 3-7, 2025, as School Breakfast Week in New York State. It does not create new laws or change funding but formally recognizes the importance of school breakfast programs through a ceremonial observance. The resolution highlights existing state efforts like the Breakfast After the Bell program and Community Eligibility Provision, which help provide free breakfasts to over 876,000 students annually. It serves as a symbolic gesture to raise awareness about school nutrition, not a policy change.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 366 honors Trent Trahan, President and CEO of Champlain Technology Group, for receiving the 2025 Businessperson of the Year Award from the North Country Chamber of Commerce. The resolution, adopted by the Senate, formally recognizes his decades of contributions to the North Country's economic development through his leadership in business, community service, and support for local initiatives like the Clinton County Industrial Development Agency. A copy of the resolution will be transmitted to Trahan as a commemorative gesture.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 380 asks Governor Hochul to declare February 15-22, 2025, as FFA Week in New York. It is a symbolic resolution honoring the National FFA Organization (Future Farmers of America), which supports agricultural education and student leadership development. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but formally requests the Governor issue a proclamation to recognize FFA's role in promoting agricultural literacy and career readiness for students. This resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 25, 2025.