Sen. Mark Walczyk

Maddy summaryThis bill directs Governor Kathy Hochul to officially designate March 2026 as Greek History Month in New York State. The resolution commemorates the 205th anniversary of Greek Independence and highlights the historical and cultural contributions of Greek Americans to the state. It calls on citizens to reflect on the achievements of the Greek community while noting the significance of March 25th as Independence Day in Greece. The measure is ceremonial and does not create new laws or funding requirements.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the Governor of New York to officially recognize April 2026 as the Month of the Military Child in the state. It aims to honor the approximately 44,000 military children living in New York, including those on active duty installations and those in the National Guard and Reserve communities. The resolution aligns with the federal observance of the Month of the Military Child and Purple Up Day, which encourages communities to wear purple to show support for military families. This measure is a ceremonial proclamation that does not create new laws or funding but serves to acknowledge the contributions and challenges faced by military children and their families.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks the Governor of New York to officially recognize April 14, 2026, as Bangla New Year Day in the state. It directly affects state officials and the Bangladeshi and Bengali communities in New York by formally acknowledging their cultural traditions. The resolution highlights the historical and cultural significance of the Bangla New Year celebration, noting its origins and the contributions of Bengali Americans to New York's diverse heritage. This is a ceremonial measure that does not change laws or funding but serves to honor cultural diversity within the state.

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution congratulates the 2026 New York State Senate Women of Distinction by formally acknowledging five new honorees inducted into the Historical Women of Distinction exhibit. The bill recognizes Dorothy Chin Brandt, Dr. Hazel N. Dukes, Tonya Gonnella Frichner, Dr. Marilu Maria Galvßn, and Nita Lowey for their significant contributions to New York State. It also honors a long list of historical women who broke barriers in various fields, from civil rights to science and politics. The resolution directs copies to the National Women's Hall of Fame and the New York State Division for Women to commemorate these achievements.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that commemorates the 61st anniversary of Bloody Sunday and the 1965 Selma-to-Montgomery march, which helped lead to the Voting Rights Act. The resolution formally acknowledges the historical significance of the civil rights march and its role in advancing voting rights for African Americans. It directs that a copy of the resolution be sent to the NAACP New York State Conference. The measure does not change any laws or policies but serves as a symbolic recognition of a pivotal moment in American history.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution commemorates the 175th anniversary of Albany Law School, the nation's oldest independent law school, which was founded in 1851. The bill formally recognizes the institution's historical significance and ongoing contributions to legal education and public service in New York State. It directs the Legislature to pause its proceedings to acknowledge the anniversary and mandates that a copy of the resolution be sent to the school's leadership. The measure serves as a symbolic tribute rather than enacting new policy or funding requirements.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution commemorates the tenth annual Sock Out Cancer Day on June 7, 2026, in conjunction with National Cancer Survivors Day. The bill formally recognizes the efforts of Sock Out Cancer, an organization that raises funds through events like concerts and sporting events to support financially distressed cancer patients with non-medical needs such as food, housing, and transportation. It acknowledges the organization's partnerships with sponsors and its manufacturing of signature multi-colored socks in Waterloo, New York, which represent over 20 different types of cancer. The resolution is directed to the chair and president of Security Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York, a major sponsor of the program, and serves as an official acknowledgment of the organization's work rather than creating new laws or funding.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially designate March 2026 as Problem Gambling Awareness Month in New York State. The resolution aims to raise public awareness about problem gambling and encourage people to learn about prevention, treatment, and recovery resources. It highlights statistics showing that problem gambling affects hundreds of thousands of adults and students in the state, particularly as mobile sports betting continues to grow. The bill does not create new laws or funding but serves as a formal proclamation to promote awareness during a designated month.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution directs Governor Kathy Hochul to officially proclaim March 2026 as Women's History Month in New York State. The bill asks the governor to recognize and honor the historical contributions of women across various fields including politics, education, medicine, civil rights, and business. It highlights specific New York women who have made significant impacts, from early suffrage leaders to modern public servants and athletes. The resolution is ceremonial in nature and does not create new laws or change existing policies.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 1674 requests Governor Hochul to proclaim March 2026 as Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month in New York. It aims to raise public awareness about conditions like hemophilia and Von Willebrand disease, which affect over 1 in 100 New Yorkers and require early diagnosis and ongoing treatment. The resolution is symbolic - seeking only a state proclamation to promote understanding, not creating new laws or services. It does not directly affect specific individuals or alter healthcare policies. This is a commemorative measure, not a substantive legislative change.