Sen. Joe Griffo

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally honors the Lexington School for the Deaf for hosting its 29th Annual Basketball Classic against the Assembly and Senate All-Stars on May 12, 2026. The measure acknowledges the school's long history, its status as the largest deaf school in New York State, and its tradition of athletic excellence. Copies of the resolution will be sent to school leadership and basketball coaches to recognize their contributions.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks the Governor of New York to officially designate May 12, 2026, as Fibromyalgia Awareness Day. It is a ceremonial resolution intended to highlight the challenges faced by people living with fibromyalgia, a chronic condition causing widespread pain and fatigue. The measure does not create new laws or change funding but serves to raise public awareness and recognize the needs of affected individuals. Copies of the resolution will be sent to various health organizations and state agencies to further promote understanding of the illness.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally acknowledges the death of Dylan U. Valle, a Bronx resident and union organizer who passed away on April 16, 2026. The measure honors his contributions to labor advocacy, immigrant rights, and community service through his work with organizations like the Transport Workers Union and 32BJ. It does not create new laws or change policies but instead directs the legislature to pause briefly to mourn his passing and sends a copy of the resolution to his family.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that officially pauses legislative proceedings to honor the four-year anniversary of the 2022 Tops Friendly Markets shooting in Buffalo. It recognizes the victims, survivors, and the broader community while acknowledging various memorial events planned for May 14, 2026. The resolution expresses solidarity with Buffalo and condemns racism and domestic terrorism without imposing new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks the Governor of New York to officially designate May 18, 2026, as Italian American Day. It is a symbolic resolution that does not change any laws or create new programs but instead recognizes the cultural heritage and contributions of Italian Americans in the state. The measure directs the state legislature to send a formal proclamation to Governor Kathy Hochul to announce this observance. By doing so, the bill aims to highlight the 53rd anniversary of Italian American Day and celebrate Italian history and traditions within New York communities.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution formally commends the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., for its Annual Delta Day event held at the New York State Capitol on May 19, 2026. The document recognizes the sorority's long history of community service, political advocacy, and leadership within New York State and the nation. It highlights the organization's five-point programmatic thrust focused on economic, educational, health, and political development to improve communities. The resolution serves as an official acknowledgment of the sorority's contributions rather than establishing new laws or funding. A copy of this commendation will be sent to the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution commemorates the 50th anniversary of the National Black Caucus of State Legislators, a nonprofit organization founded in 1977 to support African American lawmakers. The bill formally recognizes the group's role in advocating for equity and providing resources to over 700 state legislators representing more than 50 million people. It directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to honor the organization's contributions and mandates that a copy of the resolution be sent to the caucus. As a procedural measure, the bill does not alter laws or policies but serves to acknowledge the milestone and the organization's impact on public service.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks the Governor of New York to officially recognize May 2025 as Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month. The resolution highlights the impact of cystic fibrosis, a genetic disease affecting thousands of New Yorkers, and notes the importance of public awareness and early diagnosis. It does not change laws or allocate funds but serves to bring attention to the condition and support for those affected.

Maddy summaryS 8463 provides a one-year exemption from utility taxes and specific surcharges for all residential and commercial utility customers, effective 14 days after enactment. It also creates a two-year exemption from tariffs for renewable energy systems, electric vehicle infrastructure, and charging stations. During these periods, utility companies must reduce customer prices by the exact amount of the exempted taxes and surcharges. The state will reimburse lost revenue to utility funds within 45 days after the one-year period ends. This bill directly affects all utility ratepayers and impacts how utilities price services for renewable energy investments.

Maddy summaryThis bill legally validates two detention agreements between the Oneida Indian Nation and Oneida and Madison counties, ensuring that incarcerated adults remanded by the Nation's court can be held in county facilities. It ratifies the specific deals signed in May 2024 and confirms that these arrangements will remain in effect for three and two years, respectively. By explicitly approving these contracts, the legislation guarantees that all parties' rights and responsibilities under the agreements are fully enforceable. The measure also outlines when related sections of the correction law will expire, effectively setting a timeline for the duration of this special detention arrangement.