Sen. Joe Griffo

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes the 15th anniversary of Feed Our Vets of Utica, New York. It highlights the organization's work since 2009 in providing free food and support to over 52,000 veterans and their families across the state. The resolution does not change any laws or allocate new funding but instead serves to honor the nonprofit's efforts and transmit a copy of the document to the organization.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally honors Jane Ondich for receiving special recognition from the New York State Office for the Aging. It acknowledges her extensive volunteer work, teaching career, and community service without creating any new laws or changing policies. The resolution directs the legislature to pause its proceedings to recognize her contributions and authorizes sending a copy of the document to her.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks the Governor of New York to officially declare May 12-18, 2024, as Fibromyalgia Awareness Week. The resolution highlights the challenges faced by people with fibromyalgia, a chronic condition causing widespread pain and fatigue, and notes the need for better medical understanding and support. It also acknowledges the work of the Fibromyalgia Task Force of New York State in advocating for improved diagnosis and treatment. The bill is a symbolic gesture intended to increase public awareness rather than changing specific laws or funding.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially recognize May 14, 2024, as Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention Day in New York. The resolution highlights the widespread impact of domestic violence across various demographics and emphasizes the need for increased awareness and prevention efforts. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a formal statement to honor the issue and support ongoing advocacy work.

Maddy summaryThis bill congratulates the 2024 New York State Senate Women of Distinction, a group that honors women who have made significant contributions to the state. The legislation does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a formal recognition of these individuals' achievements. It is a ceremonial measure intended to acknowledge their service and impact within the legislative body.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution congratulates Stanley Potrzeba on his 102nd birthday and recognizes his service as a U.S. Navy veteran during World War II. The bill highlights his long residence in New York Mills, his diverse career, and his leadership roles in various veterans' organizations. It formally directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to offer congratulations and mandates that a copy of the resolution be sent to Mr. Potrzeba.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution congratulates Cora Hinsdill for winning the NYSPHSAA Nordic Girls Individual Championship on February 26, 2024. The bill formally recognizes her athletic achievement and includes a commendation for her coaches, family, and community supporters. It does not change any laws or policies but serves to honor her accomplishment by transmitting a copy of the resolution to her.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution commemorates the two-year anniversary of the 2022 mass shooting at Tops Friendly Markets in Buffalo, New York. It formally honors the victims, survivors, and their families while acknowledging community events like the 5/14 Blue Flag Initiative and a remembrance ceremony. The measure expresses the state's solidarity with Buffalo and condemns racism and domestic terrorism, with a copy sent to the survivors and families of the victims.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution honors Nancy Nicholl for her designation as a special recognition recipient by the New York State Office for the Aging on May 14, 2024. The document acknowledges her 31-year career as a deputy sheriff who promoted the D.A.R.E. program and her subsequent volunteer work as a caregiver and community event organizer. It formally recognizes her contributions to community safety and well-being while expressing pride in her service to others. The resolution concludes by authorizing the transmission of a copy of the text to Nancy Nicholl.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally honors Kathy Miller, a resident of Chenango County, for her special recognition by the New York State Office for the Aging. It acknowledges her long history of service as a social worker and volunteer with local agencies that support older adults, including her work providing free health insurance counseling. The resolution directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to recognize her contributions and authorizes the transmission of a copy of the document to her.