Sen. Mark Walczyk

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally commends Jack Beyer for his election as State President of the Future Farmers of America. The document highlights his background as a third-generation farmer and his leadership within the organization, noting his plans to advocate for agriculture and engage with other chapters. By adopting this resolution, the legislative body acknowledges his service and intends to send a copy of the commendation to him.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally congratulates the Broadalbin-Perth High School Odyssey of the Mind team for winning the World Championship. It recognizes the students and coaches for their achievement in an international competition that focuses on creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork. The resolution notes that the team was the first in their school's history to win a world title and was the only U.S. team to receive a specific award for exceptional creativity. No new laws or funding are created; the document serves solely as an official acknowledgment of the group's accomplishment.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally congratulates the Elmont High School Boys Basketball Team and their coach for winning the 2024 NYSPHSAA Basketball Class AA Championship. The document recognizes the team's achievement of securing their first state title since 2016 and lists the specific names of the players and the coach being honored. It serves as an official record of legislative appreciation for the team's success and is intended to be sent to the school for their records.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally commends The Dad Gang and its nonprofit arm, Random Acts of Dadness, for organizing the Annual March of Dads. The bill recognizes the group's efforts to challenge negative stereotypes about Black fathers and foster a supportive community among Black men globally. It specifically highlights the organization's upcoming events in Los Angeles, the Bronx, Washington, D.C., and Atlanta, as well as its history of promoting positive fatherhood role models. The resolution concludes by directing that a copy of the text be sent to the organization as an official acknowledgment of their work.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally commends the Broome County Office for Aging on the occasion of its 50th anniversary. It recognizes the organization's long history of providing services such as meals, transportation, and assistance to older adults in the county. The resolution highlights the growth of the office's programs since its establishment in 1974 and acknowledges the dedication of its staff and volunteers. No new laws or funding are created by this measure; it serves solely as an official expression of appreciation from the state legislature.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes the 40th anniversary of the Southern Tier AIDS Program (STAP). It honors the organization's history of providing HIV/AIDS support, healthcare navigation, housing assistance, and opioid overdose prevention services to the Broome County region. The resolution expresses the state's appreciation for STAP's contributions to community health and well-being over the past four decades. No new laws or funding are created; the measure simply directs the legislature to pause and acknowledge the organization's achievements.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution honoring the life and legacy of Pastor Constance Marie Hulla, a religious leader and community figure from Coney Island who passed away in May 2024. The measure formally recognizes her contributions to her community, her role in promoting peace, and her dedication to serving those in need. It directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to express condolences to her family and authorizes the transmission of a copy of the resolution to them.

Relates to utilization review program standards; requires use of evidence-based and peer reviewed clinical review criteria; relates to prescription drug formulary changes and pre-authorization for certain health care services.

Makes certain state lands in the towns of Albion, Amboy, Boylston, Constantia, Parish, West Monroe and Williamstown, in the county of Oswego, subject to taxation for all purposes.

Expands health care services provided by telehealth to include services delivered through a facility licensed under article twenty-eight of the public health law that is eligible to be designated or has received a designation as a federally qualified health center, including those facilities that are also licensed under article thirty-one or article thirty-two of the mental hygiene law.