Sen. John Mannion

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the Governor of New York to officially recognize April 28, 2024, as Workers' Memorial Day. The resolution commemorates the date the federal Occupational Safety and Health Act took effect and honors workers who have been injured or killed on the job. It does not create new laws or change workplace regulations but serves as a symbolic gesture to acknowledge the importance of worker safety. The measure is a formal proclamation that will be sent to the Governor for her signature.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally congratulates Braidon Woodward for winning the 170-pound Division Wrestling Title at the NYSPHSAA Boys Wrestling Championships on February 24, 2024. The measure recognizes his athletic achievement and honors the support he received from his coach, parents, and school district. It directs that copies of the resolution be sent to Woodward, his head coach, the athletic director, and the school superintendent. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create new laws or alter existing policies but serves to acknowledge the student-athlete's success.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors Gregg "Gio" Giannotti, a sports radio personality and co-host of the New York morning show Boomer & Gio, for being named the 2024 Italian American of the Year. The measure formally recognizes his career achievements, including his rise from an intern to a prominent broadcaster, as well as his charitable work supporting cystic fibrosis research and the LT Michael P. Murphy Navy Seal Museum. By adopting this resolution, the legislative body pauses its proceedings to acknowledge Giannotti's contributions and directs a copy of the document to be sent to him.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution honors Bobby Previte, a composer and performer, for being named the 2024 Italian American of the Year. The measure recognizes his significant contributions to the music industry, including his work with diverse ensembles, receipt of prestigious awards like the Guggenheim Fellowship, and his role as an artist-in-residence at various cultural centers. The resolution directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to acknowledge Previte's achievements and mandates that a copy of the document be sent to him.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally honors Johnny Farina, a musician and member of the rock duo Santo & Johnny, for his designation as the 2024 Italian American of the Year. The measure recognizes his five-decade career in music, which includes the famous song "Sleep Walk" and numerous accolades such as a Grammy Award and inductions into the Italian Music Hall of Fame and Steel Guitar Hall of Fame. Upon adoption, the resolution pauses legislative proceedings to acknowledge his achievements and directs that a copy of the document be sent to him.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution congratulates Peyton Mullin, a freshman wrestler from Dundee High School, for winning the 235-pound weight class title at the NYSPHSAA Girls Invitational State Championship on January 26, 2024. The document highlights her tournament performance, including victories over top-ranked opponents, and acknowledges her extensive wrestling career achievements and the support of her coaches and community. The bill does not change any laws or policies; instead, it formally recognizes Mullin's accomplishment and directs that a copy of the resolution be sent to her and her head coach.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks the Governor of New York to officially recognize May 24, 2024, as Long Island Sound Day. The resolution highlights the ecological importance and economic value of the Long Island Sound, noting its diverse wildlife and significant role in recreation and commerce. By adopting this measure, the state legislature formally acknowledges the region's natural resources and joins Connecticut in celebrating the area. The bill does not create new laws or regulations but serves to honor the sound through a ceremonial proclamation.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally congratulates the Hoosic Valley Odyssey of the Mind teams for winning first place in New York State. It recognizes the achievements of the student teams and their coaches, acknowledging their success in a competition that fosters creativity and problem-solving skills. The resolution directs that copies of the document be sent to the coaches and team members to honor their accomplishments.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution commemorates the 60th anniversary of Fania Records, a historic New York-based label founded in 1964 that pioneered salsa music and launched the careers of many Latin music legends. The bill formally recognizes the label's cultural impact and its role in telling the story of American immigration through music, noting that three of its recordings are already listed in the National Recording Registry. It directs the state legislature to pause its proceedings to honor the label's members and resolves to send a copy of the resolution to Fania Records.

Clarifies that the New York state health insurance program remains subject to certain provisions of the financial services law and coverage for usual and customary costs for out-of-network health care service.