Sen. Samra Brouk

Maddy summaryBill J 958 is a Senate Resolution that officially welcomes the descendants of Chinese American Transcontinental Railroad workers to the Legislative Chambers in Albany, New York, on May 14, 2025. The resolution also recognizes their families' significant historical contributions to the State of New York and the nation.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution No. 989 is a commemorative resolution that officially congratulates the 2025 New York State Senate Women of Distinction. This resolution acknowledges a group of women from across New York State for their significant professional and personal achievements, recognizing their contributions to the state.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution No. 976 recognizes Lisa Cortes for her significant contributions to the film, television, music, and entertainment industries. The resolution acknowledges her career as a Grammy-nominated and Emmy Award-winning director and producer, highlighting her work in bringing diverse stories to the forefront.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution No. 945 is a commemorative resolution that asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially proclaim July 2025 as MECP2 Duplication Syndrome Awareness Month in the State of New York. The goal is to raise public awareness about this neurodevelopmental disorder and its associated health challenges.

Prohibits participation in torture and improper treatment of incarcerated individuals by health care professionals; prohibits a health care professional from engaging, assisting or planning the torture or improper treatment of an incarcerated individual; requires health care professionals to report torture and improper treatment.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution No. 904 formally recognizes the historical atrocities committed at the Thomas Indian School and the profound, enduring trauma inflicted upon the Onondowa'ga:' (Seneca people), Haudenosaunee (Six Nations), and all Indigenous communities in New York State. It reaffirms the Legislative Body's commitment to truth, reconciliation, and healing by promoting education, awareness, and accountability for this painful legacy.

Maddy summaryBill J 823 is a resolution that memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 28, 2025, as Taiwan Heritage Day in the State of New York. This bill, if adopted, would recognize the cultural contributions and heritage of the Taiwanese community within New York State.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 905 officially recognizes May 2025 as Apraxia Awareness Month in the State of New York. This resolution aims to increase public understanding of Childhood Apraxia of Speech and encourages New York citizens to support children affected by this disorder, their families, and the professionals who assist them.

Maddy summaryThis resolution memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to officially proclaim May 1, 2025, as May Day in the State of New York. This proclamation aims to recognize International Workers' Day and appreciate the contributions of all workers, both union and non-union, across the state.

Maddy summaryThis resolution memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim June 10, 2025, as FSGS Awareness Day in the State of New York. This aims to raise public awareness about focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS), a rare kidney disease.