Clarifies violations of provisions prohibiting third-party restaurant reservation services from arranging unauthorized restaurant reservations with food service establishments.
Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic Senate Resolution (J 259), not a legislative bill with policy changes. It formally commemorates the 17th anniversary of Kosovo's independence (declared February 17, 2008) through a resolution adopted by the legislature. The resolution acknowledges Kosovo's history, progress in democracy, and the contributions of Kosovar communities in New York to cultural and economic life. It has no direct impact on laws, regulations, or affected populations beyond expressing legislative recognition.
Maddy summaryThis is a Senate resolution (J 255) commending Brandon Gruttemeyer for receiving the New York State Senate's Liberty Medal - the highest honor for an individual. It recognizes his heroic 2024 rescue of a non-swimmer who nearly drowned at Lake George, where he located the victim underwater and administered life-saving CPR until emergency services arrived. The resolution formally praises his actions and transmits a copy of the resolution to him. As a commemorative resolution, it has no legislative effect beyond the Senate's ceremonial recognition.
Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new "I Love NY Historic Small Business" niche brand to promote small businesses listed on New York's historic business registry. It requires the state tourism department to develop marketing guidelines, provide the brand at no cost to eligible tourism organizations, and issue annual reports tracking the brand's use and effectiveness. The bill also establishes a grant program offering up to $50,000 annually to counties or thematic business groups for coordinated tourism campaigns using the brand. It directly affects small businesses certified as historic under state law, aiming to integrate them into the state's tourism marketing efforts.
Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution requests Governor Hochul to proclaim May 2025 as Muslim History Month in New York State. It aims to recognize Muslim cultural contributions, promote education about historical Muslim achievements (such as advancements in science and medicine), and foster community understanding. The resolution does not create new laws but encourages symbolic acknowledgment through the Governor's proclamation.
Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 247) requests Governor Hochul to issue a proclamation designating January 2025 as Cervical Cancer Awareness Month in New York State. It does not create new laws or allocate funds but formally asks the Governor to recognize the month, aligning with national observance. The resolution highlights cervical cancer statistics in New York (840 new cases and 180 deaths in 2024) and emphasizes the need for public awareness of prevention and screening. As a memorial resolution, it is procedural and symbolic, directly affecting the Governor’s role in issuing the proclamation.
Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (not a bill) requesting Governor Hochul to designate March 29, 2025, as Vietnam Veterans Day in New York State. It directly affects New York residents by encouraging the state to formally recognize Vietnam War veterans through a gubernatorial proclamation. The resolution asks the Governor to issue the proclamation in coordination with National Vietnam Veterans Day, urging communities to hold ceremonies honoring veterans' service and contributions. It emphasizes supporting veterans' reintegration into civilian life and acknowledging their sacrifices, including the 58,000 U.S. service members who died during the war. The resolution was adopted by the Senate on January 22, 2025.
Maddy summaryThis resolution formally congratulates the Clymer/Sherman/Panama High School Football Team for winning the 2024 New York State Public High School Athletic Association Class D State Championship on December 6, 2024, after defeating John S. Burke Catholic High School 46-7. It recognizes the team's 11-2 season record, coaches (including Head Coach Ty Harper), players, and support staff, and directs copies of the resolution to be sent to all named individuals. The resolution serves purely as ceremonial recognition with no policy or financial impact.
Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 234) requests Governor Hochul to officially designate April 14, 2025, as "Bangla New Year Day" (Pohela Baisakh) in New York State. It directly affects New York's Bengali community, which has a large population in New York City (including over 10,000 annual immigrants) and significant cultural contributions. The resolution commemorates the secular holiday's origins in the Indian subcontinent and acknowledges the community's historical presence and cultural enrichment of New York through arts, education, and literature. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or policies but formally recognizes the holiday.
Relates to types of New York grown, produced or harvested milk products included in the definition of surplus agricultural products for the purposes of the Nourish New York program; directs that such term include New York grown, produced or harvested milk, and milk products, including but not limited to two percent fat milk and whole milk.
