Sen. George Borrello

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (not a bill) requesting Governor Hochul to issue a proclamation designating January 27, 2025, as Holocaust Remembrance Day in New York State. It does not create new laws or directly affect any individuals or groups; it simply asks the Governor to formally recognize the date. The resolution cites historical context about the Holocaust and the UN-designated International Holocaust Remembrance Day (observed on January 27) but contains no policy changes. It was adopted by the Senate on January 22, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis resolution requests Governor Hochul to officially declare February 2025 as Marfan Syndrome Awareness Month in New York. It aims to raise public awareness about Marfan syndrome, a genetic condition affecting the heart, blood vessels, and connective tissues that can cause life-threatening aortic complications. The resolution does not create new laws or allocate funding but encourages broader recognition of the condition to support early diagnosis and care.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (J 235) commemorating the 181st anniversary of the Dominican Republic's independence, to be observed on February 27, 2025. It recognizes the historical significance of Dominican independence (achieved February 27, 1844) and acknowledges the cultural and economic contributions of over one million Dominican New Yorkers and Dominican Americans across the U.S. The resolution has no legal effect; it formally marks the occasion through a pause in legislative business and transmits copies to Dominican organizations in New York State. It directly honors the Dominican community and their heritage within New York.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (S.242) requests Governor Hochul to issue a proclamation designating February 2025 as "Teach CTE Month" in New York. It aims to recognize Career and Technical Education (CTE) professionals, students, and industry partners, highlighting CTE's role in preparing students for high-demand jobs (noting 49% of NY jobs require skills training). The resolution emphasizes CTE's benefits, including higher graduation rates, industry credentials, and workforce readiness. As a commemorative resolution, it has no binding effect but seeks to raise awareness for CTE programs statewide.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic resolution (not a law) introduced by Senator Murray to commemorate the 26th Annual World Falun Dafa Day on May 13, 2025. It recognizes Falun Dafa (also known as Falun Gong), a practice described in the resolution as involving meditation, exercises, and principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance. The resolution asks the legislative body to pause its work to observe this day and directs copies to Falun Dafa practitioners in New York State. It has no policy impact or effect on any group beyond this ceremonial acknowledgment.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) congratulating the Portville High School Girls Varsity Volleyball Team on winning the 2024 New York State Class C Championship. It formally recognizes the team's perfect 24-0 season, their championship victory, and the contributions of coaches and support staff. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply provides symbolic recognition through a formal statement from the Senate. It directly affects the athletes, coaches, and school staff named in the resolution.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic legislative resolution (J 218), not a policy bill. It formally congratulates the Byron-Bergen Girls Varsity Soccer Team for winning the 2024 New York State Public High School Athletic Association Class C State Championship. The resolution specifically recognizes the team members, head coach Wayne Hill, assistant coaches, and support staff listed in the text. It has no policy impact - only serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of their athletic achievement.

Maddy summaryThis resolution commemorates the 40th annual observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in New York State on January 20, 2025. It directs the New York State Legislature to pause its deliberations to honor Dr. King's legacy and contributions to civil rights and social justice, as outlined in the resolution's preamble. The resolution also requires a copy to be transmitted to the Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic and Asian Legislative Caucus. As a ceremonial measure, it does not create new laws or affect specific groups beyond the state legislature's ceremonial recognition.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 140 requests Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim February 8, 2025, as Snowmobile Ride Day in New York, aligning with International Snowmobile Ride Day. This non-binding resolution symbolically promotes snowmobiling as a recreational winter activity without creating new laws or directly affecting any individuals or groups. It encourages public participation in snowmobiling events but holds no legal force. The resolution was adopted on January 14, 2025.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 33 formally congratulates the Schuylerville High School Varsity Football Team and Head Coach John Bowen for winning the 2024 NYSPHSAA Class C Football Championship - their first state title in school history. The resolution specifically recognizes their 26-20 victory over Salamanca High School on December 7, 2024, and highlights the team's 13-1 season record and overcoming a 20-7 deficit in the championship game. It directs that copies of the resolution be sent to the team members, coaches, and school administrators, including Superintendent Dr. Ryan Sherman and Principal James Ducharme. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or policies but serves to honor the athletic achievement.