Sen. Joe Griffo

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 753) symbolically recognizes a planned event celebrating the Dominican community's cultural contributions in Albany on April 9, 2025. It acknowledges the event hosted by the state legislature's Dominican Delegation, which aims to empower the community, strengthen civic engagement, and honor the Dominican diaspora's role in New York. The resolution does not create new laws, allocate funds, or directly affect any individuals or policies - it simply directs the legislature to pause its work to honor this cultural celebration.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (J 738) requesting Governor Hochul to proclaim May 6, 2025, as "Queens Day" in New York State. It honors Queens' cultural diversity, history, and economic contributions as a symbolic gesture, not a policy change. The resolution was adopted by the Senate and will be sent to the Governor, Queens Borough President, and Queens Chamber of Commerce for consideration. It directly affects no individuals or entities through legal requirements, as it seeks only a ceremonial recognition of Queens' significance.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 681 formally congratulates the Mohawk Valley Community College Men's Basketball Team for winning the NJCAA Division III Championship, recognizing their 29-1 season record and championship victory over Herkimer College on March 15, 2025. The resolution specifically acknowledges the team members, head coach Harley Fuller, and assistant coaches Dylan Drexler and Ray Daley, with copies to be sent to them. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no legal effect or policy impact - it solely provides formal recognition of athletic achievement.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (J 746) honoring Darlene Stromstad upon her retirement as President and CEO of the Mohawk Valley Health System. It recognizes her leadership over many years, including her role in guiding the health system's operations (with over 3,300 employees and 825,000 annual outpatient visits), financial stability, and community engagement. The resolution has no policy or legal effect - it simply expresses the Legislature's appreciation through a formal statement and will be presented to Ms. Stromstad. It is purely symbolic, acknowledging her professional contributions to healthcare in the region.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (J 599) formally recognizing the Shaker High School Boys Basketball Team for winning the NYSPHSAA Class AAA Championship on March 21, 2025. It specifically congratulates the team members, head coach Aric Kucel, assistant coaches, and manager for their championship victory and 23-3 season record. The resolution has no policy impact - it serves only as symbolic recognition, with copies to be sent to the named individuals and school staff. It does not affect any laws, regulations, or funding.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 635 commemorates Chief Daniel John Schwertfeger for 50 years of service to the Floyd Volunteer Fire Department, including 35 years as Chief (1986-2020) and a return to leadership in 2024. It recognizes his career milestones, community involvement (including 10+ years on the Town of Floyd Board), and contributions like modernizing fire equipment and building training facilities. The resolution has no policy or funding impact - it solely serves as a ceremonial tribute to honor his service. This is a standard commemorative resolution, not a legislative bill with binding provisions.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 573 honors the first responders who battled the March 8, 2025, brush fires in Suffolk County, Long Island, which burned 400-600 acres. It specifically recognizes over 80 fire departments, 10 ambulance crews, and multiple state agencies - including the New York Air National Guard and Suffolk County Police - for their coordinated efforts in containing the fires and creating fire breaks. The resolution serves as a formal legislative expression of gratitude without creating new laws or policy changes. It was adopted on April 2, 2025, and directs a copy to the Suffolk County Department of Fire, Rescue, and Emergency Services.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill) honoring the State Government Affairs Council (SGAC) for its 50th anniversary. It recognizes SGAC's work over five decades in fostering nonpartisan communication between government, businesses, and communities, and promoting transparent governance. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply directs the legislature to formally commemorate the milestone and send a copy to SGAC.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 588 is a commemorative resolution mourning the death of John "JR" Gaudet, a Binghamton firefighter who died in the line of duty on February 12, 2025. The resolution expresses the New York State Senate's tribute to Gaudet's life, career, and community service, including his work coaching youth sports and his dedication to family. It directs that a copy of the resolution be transmitted to his surviving family members. As a non-binding tribute, this resolution has no policy impact or legislative effect.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (not a bill with policy changes) congratulating student-athlete Ava Bachta for winning the 2025 NYSPHSAA State Championship in Slalom and Alpine Combined. It formally recognizes her athletic achievement, 4.0 GPA in honors courses, and community support, without creating any new laws or funding. The resolution directly affects Ava Bachta and her school staff (Coach Rich Burnley and Athletic Director Sean Colfer), who will receive copies of the resolution. As a symbolic gesture, it has no binding effect or broader impact on legislation.