Sen. Mark Walczyk

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 518) is a ceremonial tribute honoring St. Patrick and Irish descendants for the 2025 St. Patrick's Day observance. It directs the legislative body to pause its work on March 17, 2025, to commemorate St. Patrick's life and legacy, while also expressing support for the Good Friday Agreement's goal of peace in Northern Ireland. The resolution has no binding effect or policy changes - it simply requests the transmission of a copy to New York City's St. Patrick's Day Parade organizers. As a procedural resolution, it directly affects the legislature's schedule for a single day and serves a symbolic purpose.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 493) memorializes Governor Hochul to officially declare March 2025 as Problem Gambling Awareness Month in New York State. It directly affects all New Yorkers by urging the public to recognize problem gambling risks and access available prevention and treatment resources. The resolution cites New York State data showing 668,000 adults and 140,000 students exhibited problem gambling behaviors in the past year. It aligns with National Problem Gambling Awareness Month and emphasizes the need for education amid growing mobile betting revenue. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws but formally requests the Governor's proclamation.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill with policy changes), introduced by Senator Skoufis. It asks Governor Hochul to issue a proclamation designating April 9, 2025, as "West Point Day" in New York State to commemorate the founding of the United States Military Academy at West Point. The resolution highlights the Academy's historical significance, its graduates' contributions, and its role as a key institution in New York. It does not create new laws or affect specific groups - it is a symbolic observance request to the Governor.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (J 496) adopted by the legislature requesting Governor Hochul to issue a proclamation designating March 17-23, 2025, as "Agriculture Week" in New York State. It does not create new laws or affect any specific groups; instead, it formally asks the Governor to recognize agriculture's contributions through a symbolic observance. The resolution cites agriculture's role in food production, economic impact, and educational awareness, aligning with National Agriculture Week. As a procedural measure, it has no binding effect beyond the Governor's discretionary action.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (not a law) that symbolically honors New York maple producers for their work during the Annual Maple Weekends on March 22-23, 2025, and March 29-30, 2025. It recognizes their role in New York's agricultural heritage, noting the state produces over 800,000 gallons of maple syrup annually from 2.8 million taps. The resolution has no legal effect - it simply commends producers and will be shared with them via formal copies. It does not create new policies or affect any regulations.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (S.455) commemorates the 150th anniversary of Margaretville, New York, through a ceremonial resolution. It honors the village's historical significance, including its founding in the 1840s, development as a railroad-connected resort town, and contributions to the Catskills region. The resolution directs that an engrossed copy be transmitted to Margaretville itself. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on residents or laws.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 458) formally recognizes Syracuse Central School District's first girls wrestling team as trailblazers in a traditionally male-dominated sport. It honors their achievement as the district's inaugural team, which won its first match in October 2024 after starting with limited equipment (practicing in socks until donors provided proper gear). The resolution highlights their role in advancing gender equity in school sports and building confidence through athletics. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or allocate funds - it simply provides symbolic recognition to the team and coach Heather Niver.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a symbolic Senate resolution requesting Governor Hochul to officially proclaim April 2025 as "TAR Syndrome Awareness Month" in New York. It aims to raise public awareness about TAR syndrome - a rare genetic condition involving missing forearm bones and low platelet counts - which causes bleeding risks and physical abnormalities. The resolution does not create new laws, allocate funding, or mandate actions; it solely asks the Governor to issue a formal proclamation during that month. This affects New Yorkers living with TAR syndrome, their families, and advocates seeking greater recognition for the condition.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (J 457) adopted on March 11, 2025, that formally congratulates the Marcellus Girls Varsity Soccer Team for winning the New York State Public High School Athletic Association Class B Championship on November 17, 2024. It recognizes their 4-0 victory over Cold Spring Harbor and highlights their season record, coaching staff (led by Head Coach Laurie Updike), and community support. The resolution has no policy impact or legal effect; it simply expresses legislative recognition through a formal statement and will send copies to the team and coach. As a commemorative gesture, it directly affects only the named team and coach, with no broader legislative consequences.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 484 expresses the legislature's condolences for the deaths of Michael Harmon and Jordan Celotto, two Allentown, New York artists and community advocates who died in March 2025. The resolution recognizes their contributions to public art (like the "Stonewall Nation Mural"), LGBTQ+ advocacy, and organizing community events such as Pride celebrations and the Intersect event. It formally mourns their passing, honors their legacy of service, and directs copies of the resolution to be sent to their families. As a commemorative resolution, it has no legal effect beyond this symbolic gesture of remembrance.