Sen. Joe Griffo

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 741 formally congratulates Shayla Byrne, a student-athlete at South Glens Falls High School, for winning the 2025 New York State Public High School Athletic Association Girls Giant Slalom Championship. The resolution, adopted by the Senate, recognizes Byrne's achievement of breaking the one-minute barrier in both runs of the championship with a combined time of 1:57.06. It is transmitted to Byrne, her coach Erin Welch, and school administrators (including the principal and superintendent) as a formal tribute to her athletic accomplishment. This resolution has no policy impact and serves solely as a ceremonial acknowledgment of her sports achievement.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 745 formally commends Kenneth C. Thayer for receiving the Liberty Medal, the highest honor bestowed by the New York State Senate. The resolution recognizes his World War II service as a combat infantryman who was among the first Allied soldiers to enter the Netherlands during its liberation, his receipt of military medals including the Distinguished Service Cross, and his post-service community work supporting veterans and the blind. This procedural resolution does not create new laws or policies but serves as a formal expression of appreciation for Thayer's contributions.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution honors Mary Ellen Karrat for 50 years of dedicated service as a cashier, accounts payable/receivable specialist, and customer service representative at Chanatry's Hometown Market in Utica, New York. It formally recognizes her contributions to the community and the supermarket, which has been a local landmark since 1912. The resolution, adopted on April 8, 2025, includes a ceremonial pausing of legislative proceedings to acknowledge her service and a copy of the resolution will be presented to her. As a commemorative resolution, it has no legal effect and does not create new policy.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill with policy changes) memorializing Governor Hochul to officially recognize April 2025 as Sikh Awareness Month in New York. It asks the Governor to issue a proclamation highlighting Sikh contributions to New York's cultural and economic life, including historical context like Sikh immigration patterns and the significance of Vaisakhi and Guru Nanak's birthday in April 2025. The resolution directly affects all New Yorkers by promoting awareness of Sikh history and community contributions through state recognition. It has no binding policy impact but serves as a symbolic gesture to honor Sikh Americans.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 614 honors Fred Brescia for 50 years of dedicated service at Chanatry's Hometown Market in Utica, New York, on April 18, 2025. The resolution recognizes his career progression from entry-level roles to management positions (including Frozen Foods Manager, Deli Manager, and Head Buyer) and his community contributions. It does not create new laws or policies but formally expresses legislative appreciation through a ceremonial resolution. The Senate adopted the resolution on April 8, 2025, and will present a copy to Mr. Brescia.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (J 615), not a policy bill. It formally honors Tim Ryan for 50 years of service as a meat cutter at Chanatry's Hometown Market in Utica, New York, with a resolution adopted by the legislature to be presented to him on April 18, 2025. The resolution contains no policy changes, funding, or legal obligations - it is purely symbolic recognition of his community service. It directly affects Tim Ryan as the honoree, with no impact on other individuals or legislation.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (J 594) congratulating Carman Bogle for her decade-long service as Mayor of Cambridge, New York, concluding April 7, 2025. It formally recognizes her public service achievements, including leading pandemic response, police reform, infrastructure projects, and community initiatives. The resolution has no policy impact or legal effect - it is purely an expression of appreciation with no binding provisions. It was adopted by the Senate on April 8, 2025.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 613 commemorates the 110th anniversary of the Oneida Castle Fire Department, to be celebrated on April 19, 2025. The resolution honors the department's 110 years of service since 1914, recognizing its dedication to protecting community lives and property. It includes no new laws or financial obligations, instead directing the legislature to formally acknowledge the department's contributions through a copy of the resolution sent to the fire department. This is a symbolic gesture of appreciation with no direct impact on policy or affected parties.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 617 commemorates the 125th anniversary of the Oriskany Volunteer Fire Department, honoring its long history of volunteer service to the community. The resolution formally recognizes the department's founding in 1900 and its ongoing commitment to providing fire, rescue, and emergency medical services through a 100% volunteer model. It includes no new legal requirements or funding changes, serving solely as a symbolic gesture to be presented to the department. This non-binding resolution has no direct policy impact but acknowledges the department's role in community safety and service.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 612) requests Governor Hochul to officially proclaim April 11, 2025, as Parkinson's Day in New York State. It aligns with World Parkinson's Day and the global "Spark the Night" campaign, which encourages lighting landmarks blue to raise awareness. The resolution does not create new programs or funding but aims to increase public awareness of Parkinson's disease, which affects over 200,000 New Yorkers, and support affected individuals and caregivers. The bill was adopted by the Senate on April 8, 2025.