Sen. Tom O'Mara

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that officially commemorates the 175th anniversary of the Erie Railroad's first trip through Hornell, New York. It recognizes the historical significance of the railroad in developing the city and the state, noting its role in economic growth and the establishment of the Hornell Erie Depot Museum. The resolution directs the legislature to pause for a moment of recognition and instructs that a copy of the document be sent to the museum to honor this legacy.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes the 150th anniversary of Davidson's Furniture in Hornell, New York. It acknowledges the store's long history as a family-owned business and its contributions to the local economy and community over the past century and a half. The resolution does not change any laws or policies; instead, it directs the state legislature to pause briefly to honor the business and send a copy of the document to the store.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution formally recognizes the New York Chapter of the National Domestic Workers Alliance for its advocacy work and historical contributions to improving conditions for domestic workers. The bill highlights the organization's efforts in securing legal protections, such as paid sick leave and family leave, and recovering stolen wages for employees in the field. By adopting this resolution, the legislative body intends to publicly honor the group's achievements and the legacy of its founder, Dorothy Bolden, without enacting any new laws or funding.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally congratulates Cella McLaughlin, a student at Corning High School, for winning the 2026 New York State High School Athletic Association Indoor Track & Field Championship in the 55-meter hurdles. The measure recognizes her athletic achievement and past successes, including a previous state title in the 100-meter hurdles and a relay finish with her team. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but serves as an official commendation from the state legislature. A copy of the resolution will be sent to McLaughlin to acknowledge her accomplishment.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 2298 is a commemorative bill honoring Minerva Solla, a labor activist and social justice advocate who passed away in April 2026. The resolution formally recognizes her lifelong contributions to workers' rights, including her role in organizing strikes, founding Latino labor committees, and helping pass legislation like Paid Family Leave. It directs the legislature to pause proceedings to mourn her death and sends a copy of the resolution to her family. The bill does not create new laws or policies but serves as an official acknowledgment of her legacy.

Provides parity to durable medical equipment providers by requiring Medicaid managed care organizations to reimburse such providers at no less than one hundred percent of the medical assistance durable medical equipment fee schedule for the same service or item.

Authorizes the renewal of the WSKG lease for such land, tower and associated utility lines to the Tioga county emergency services, the Newark Valley central school district, the Berkshire fire department and the town of Berkshire highway department for a period of ten years.

Establishes the rural suicide prevention council to identify barriers to mental health and substance use treatment and prevention services and other policies, practices, resources, services, and potential legislation that aim to reduce death by suicide and suicide attempts and acknowledge the demographic and cultural differences in rural communities; makes related provisions.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution commemorates the 10th anniversary of the Corning Rugby Club, a nonprofit youth sports organization in the Southern Tier of New York. The bill formally recognizes the club's achievements, including its status as the first youth rugby program in the region and its success in developing competitive teams for boys and girls. It directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to honor the club and authorizes sending copies of the resolution to its founders, Jack Kahabka and Robert McGee.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a stakeholder group to coordinate water releases in the Oswego river basin. The group, formed within six months, must include entities controlling flood discharges (like water management authorities), community groups, environmental experts, and the Department of Environmental Conservation. It will review flood storage methods and watershed releases during high flow events, then recommend a regulatory structure to the governor and legislative leaders within six months. Options include continuing the group, creating a legislative mandate, or establishing a new water-regulating district. The bill focuses on improving communication and coordination during high-water events to manage flood risks.