Sen. Joe Griffo

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 180) formally congratulates Donald Cantwell of Barneveld, New York, on his 100th birthday celebrated July 14, 2024. It directs the Senate to transmit a copy of the resolution to Mr. Cantwell as a symbolic recognition of his life achievements and community contributions. The resolution serves purely as a ceremonial gesture with no policy or funding implications.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 159) formally commends Kenneth C. Thayer posthumously for being honored with New York State's Liberty Medal - the Senate's highest individual honor. It recognizes Thayer's WWII service as one of the first Allied soldiers to enter the Netherlands during its liberation in 1944, his military decorations (including the Distinguished Service Cross), and his later contributions as a New York resident and veteran advocate. The resolution serves as a symbolic tribute, not a policy change, and directs that a copy be sent to Thayer's family. It was adopted by the New York State Senate on January 14, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 186) formally honors Edwards Ambulance, Inc. for its 60 years of service to Oneida and Herkimer Counties. It commemorates the ambulance service's founding in 1964 by Irving and Martha Edwards, its growth to over 60 staff members serving approximately 7,300 annual emergency calls, and its ongoing operation of Advanced Life Support ambulances. The resolution serves solely as a symbolic tribute - requiring no new laws, funding, or obligations - and directs the legislature to transmit a copy of the resolution to Edwards Ambulance. It does not alter any policies or directly affect any individuals or entities beyond this recognition.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution asks Governor Hochul to designate October 6-12, 2025, as Physician Assistant Week in New York, honoring the profession's role in healthcare. It has no legal effect and serves only as ceremonial recognition of Physician Assistants' contributions. The resolution cites their work in patient care, diagnosis, and treatment across medical settings but does not create new policy or funding. (Procedural resolution; no direct impact on residents or providers.)

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (S.144) requests Governor Hochul to officially designate May 19-25, 2025, as Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week in New York State, aligning with National EMS Week. It honors all EMS personnel - both volunteer and career - including paramedics, EMTs, firefighters, and dispatchers who provide critical 24/7 emergency care. The resolution has no legal effect; it is a symbolic gesture recognizing their lifesaving work, which serves all New Yorkers through approximately 2.8 million annual emergency calls.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (J 179) commemorating the Oneida Area Zonta Club's 100th anniversary on June 1, 2024. It recognizes the club's century of work supporting women's education, community initiatives like healthcare and scholarships, and its fundraising events. The resolution formally acknowledges their contributions through a symbolic gesture - pausing legislative business to honor them and sending a copy of the resolution to the club. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or affect any legal rights or obligations.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) commending Lucretia DeSantis Hunt for her induction into the 2024 Oneida County Historical Richard W. Couper Living Legends Hall of Fame. It formally recognizes her 29-year career teaching ESL at Mohawk Valley Community College, her leadership in community organizations, and her lifelong civic contributions in Utica, New York. The resolution contains no policy provisions or funding changes - it simply expresses legislative appreciation through a formal commendation. It was adopted by the Senate on January 14, 2025, with a copy to be delivered to Ms. Hunt.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (J 157), not a legislative bill with policy provisions. It formally congratulates Judge Michael L. Dwyer on retiring after 28 years of service on the Oneida County Court in Utica, New York. The resolution expresses the legislature's appreciation for his career, background, and dedication to fair judgment, but it contains no legal requirements or policy changes. It has no effect on laws, funding, or any group of people - it is purely a symbolic gesture of recognition.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (J 172) commemorating the 100th anniversary of Engler Electric, Inc. in Utica, New York, on July 26, 2024. It does not create new laws or affect any legal rights; it is a symbolic gesture expressing the legislature's recognition of the company's century-long operation as a family-owned business. The resolution formally acknowledges Engler Electric's contributions to Utica's economy and community over 100 years, including its role in the electrical industry. The only concrete action is directing that a copy of the resolution be sent to the company.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic resolution (not a bill with policy changes) commending Sitrin Medical Rehabilitation Center for its 25th anniversary. It recognizes the center's services - including wellness programs, physical therapy, and equipment - for improving community health, but contains no new policies, funding, or legal requirements. The resolution simply directs the legislature to send a written commendation to the center. (No substantive impact on legislation or constituents.)