Sen. Joe Griffo

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution honors Diane Bootie, a volunteer with the Girl Scouts of NYPENN Pathways Council, for her induction into the organization's Volunteer Hall of Fame. The measure formally recognizes her four decades of service, which include founding a local troop, holding various leadership roles, and supporting the council's history and programs. Upon adoption, the resolution is recorded in the legislative body's official documents and a copy is sent to Ms. Bootie as a tribute to her community contributions.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors Georgianna Larry for her 33 years of service as Town Clerk in the Town of Floyd, New York. The measure formally acknowledges her contributions to local government, including managing vital statistics, recording meeting minutes, and issuing various licenses. Upon adoption, the text will be prepared and sent to Ms. Larry as a gesture of appreciation for her retirement.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks the Governor of New York to officially recognize May 22, 2024, as the International Day for Biological Diversity within the state. It serves as a formal acknowledgment of the importance of protecting the variety of life in New York's ecosystems, including its plants, animals, and fungi. The resolution does not change laws or allocate funding but instead directs the Governor to issue a proclamation highlighting the global biodiversity crisis and the state's role in conservation. By adopting this measure, the legislature aims to raise public awareness about environmental issues without implementing new regulatory requirements.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally acknowledges the death of Sergeant Richard T. Gurniak, a retired New York Police Department officer who served 30 years and was a respected member of the Brewster Police Department. The document highlights his long career in law enforcement, his role as a mentor to new officers, and his active participation in community and family life. It concludes by directing that a copy of the resolution be sent to Gurniak's family as a tribute to his service and contributions to his community.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution honoring the life and service of Officer Jose Colon, a retired NYPD officer who recently passed away. It formally acknowledges his career in the U.S. Army and his two decades of police work, including his response to the September 11 attacks and his continued service in the Brewster Police Department. The resolution directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to mourn his death and instructs that a copy of the document be sent to his family.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks the Governor of New York to officially designate June 2024 as Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month. The resolution highlights the significant impact of the disease, noting that over 427,000 New Yorkers are affected and that it kills more people than breast and prostate cancer combined. By directing the Governor to proclaim this month, the legislature aims to increase public awareness and encourage further action against the disease. The text includes statistics on the rising number of cases, the high cost of care, and the challenges faced by caregivers and communities of color.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Franklin Square & Munson Fire Department, honoring its century of service to the community. The bill formally recognizes the department's history, which began in 1907 with volunteer horse-drawn units and evolved into a modern force serving approximately 30,000 residents. It acknowledges the department's growth from a single company to a multi-unit organization that responds to over 1,000 annual calls for fire and medical emergencies. The resolution expresses gratitude for the firefighters' dedication and directs a copy of the document to the department members.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends New York's penal law to strengthen penalties for assaulting medical personnel and hospital staff. It directly affects physicians, nurses, hospital employees, volunteers, and other healthcare workers by ensuring they are explicitly listed as protected individuals under assault statutes. The legislation updates the legal definition of who is covered to include specific roles such as nurse practitioners and certified nursing assistants, removing previous exclusions. By clarifying these protections, the bill aims to provide consistent legal recourse for physical injuries inflicted against anyone working in a hospital setting.

Authorizes Scott Hoag, a city of Rome police officer, to receive certain credit under section 384-d of the retirement and social security law.

Prohibits state funding of any college if instructional staff promotes, encourages, advocates or engages in activities on campus in support of a terrorist organization as defined in federal statute.