Sen. Joe Griffo

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors Investigator Michael Theetge of the Chemung County Sheriff's Office for receiving the Order of the Blue Heart Award from Wounded Blue, a national organization supporting law enforcement officers injured on duty. The resolution formally commends his 14-year service, leadership as SWAT commander, and recovery from a severe March 2024 on-duty injury, directing that a copy be sent to him as a token of legislative respect.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 1560 commends Head Coach Don Johnson for his retirement after 12 seasons as head coach at Morrisville-Eaton High School, recognizing his 30-year coaching career and leadership in guiding the team to a championship victory (11-2 season, 11th consecutive win, and Section III championship). The resolution, adopted by the New York State Senate, formally acknowledges his contributions to student-athletes and the community, with a copy to be transmitted to Coach Johnson as a token of appreciation. This procedural resolution does not enact policy changes but serves as a public gesture of recognition.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (J 1562) formally congratulates the Morrisville-Eaton 8-Man Football Team for winning the 2025 NYSPHSAA Regional State Championship on November 30, 2025. It recognizes the team's 11-2 record, 11-game win streak, and championship victory over Eldred with a 40-12 score. The resolution, adopted by the Senate, will be transmitted as a formal tribute to all 20 team members and Head Coach Don Johnson. It has no policy impact or binding effect, serving solely as a ceremonial acknowledgment of their athletic achievement.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (not a law) congratulating Jaroslaw Lyktey of Utica, New York, on his 100th birthday. It formally recognizes his life journey, including his immigration from Ukraine, 30+ years as an English teacher in Central New York, and role in establishing a Ukrainian community church. The resolution directs the Senate to transmit a copy of the resolution to Mr. Lyktey, celebrating his contributions to education and cultural preservation in the community. It does not create new laws or affect any policies.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 1578 requests Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 2026 as Parkinson's Awareness Month in New York, aiming to raise public awareness about Parkinson's disease, which affects over 65,000 New Yorkers. The resolution, adopted by the Senate on February 10, 2026, does not create new laws or funding but encourages community engagement and aligns with global initiatives like the 'Spark the Night' campaign. It was transmitted to the Governor and community partners to support those living with the disease and their caregivers.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a symbolic resolution requesting Governor Hochul to officially recognize May 2026 as Lupus Awareness Month in New York State. It directly affects the estimated 105,400 New Yorkers living with lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease disproportionately impacting women and people of color. The resolution asks the governor to issue a proclamation highlighting lupus awareness, education, and support for patients, as part of efforts to address underfunded research and delayed diagnoses. It does not create new laws or allocate funding but seeks to increase public and professional recognition of lupus. The resolution was adopted by the legislature on February 10, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (J 1563), not a substantive bill. It formally congratulates the Oriskany High School Baseball Team and Coach Eric Enos for winning the Class D State Championship in 2025, naming specific players and noting their victory details. The resolution directs that copies be sent to the team and coach as a symbolic gesture of recognition. It was adopted by the Senate on February 10, 2026, with no policy changes or financial impact.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 1567) formally commemorates the 90th anniversary of Fred F. Collis & Sons, a family-owned HVAC and home services business founded in Utica, New York, in 1936. It recognizes the company's long-standing contributions to Central New York communities through its expansion from oil delivery to comprehensive home comfort services. The resolution, adopted by the Senate, directs that a copy be presented to the business to mark this milestone, which will be celebrated in 2026. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no binding effect or policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill) honoring Brian McQueen for his 11-year service as co-founder and leader of the Believe 271 Foundation. It recognizes his work co-founding the nonprofit, which provides financial assistance to volunteer firefighters and their families facing cancer in Oneida and Herkimer Counties, and his advocacy that helped establish a statewide cancer benefit for volunteer firefighters in New York. The resolution formally celebrates his retirement and contributions but does not create new policy or affect any regulations.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 1564 honors Michael "Taco" Marrotta upon his retirement from the New York State Office of General Services (after 10 years of service since 2015) and his 24 years of military service in the U.S. Army. The resolution formally recognizes his contributions to state communities and directs that a copy be transmitted to him as a token of appreciation. This ceremonial resolution, adopted by the Senate on February 10, 2026, does not create new laws or policies but serves as a formal tribute. It directly affects Marrotta by providing him with official acknowledgment of his service.