Sen. Tom O'Mara

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally congratulates Taylor Farrell, a student-athlete from Corning-Painted Post, for winning the NYSPHSAA 1500-meter Race Walk title on March 3, 2024. The bill recognizes her specific athletic achievements, including setting a new meet record at the New Balance Indoor National Championship and ranking among the fastest high school race walkers in U.S. history. It also acknowledges the support of her community and the coaching of Ray Lawson, while noting Farrell's plans to attend Suffolk University. Copies of the resolution will be sent to Farrell and her coach to honor her accomplishments.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially recognize May 14, 2024, as Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention Day in New York. The resolution highlights the widespread impact of domestic violence across various demographics and emphasizes the need for increased awareness and prevention efforts. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a formal statement to honor the issue and support ongoing advocacy work.

Maddy summaryThis bill congratulates the 2024 New York State Senate Women of Distinction, a group that honors women who have made significant contributions to the state. The legislation does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a formal recognition of these individuals' achievements. It is a ceremonial measure intended to acknowledge their service and impact within the legislative body.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally congratulates the Corning-Painted Post Boys Bowling Team and their head coach, William Condon, for winning the 2024 NYSPHSAA Division 1 Bowling Championship. The document recognizes the team's historic first state title, achieved with a 17-3 season record, and highlights the community celebration that followed their victory. It specifically names the seven student athletes and the coach to acknowledge their dedication and teamwork. Copies of the resolution are to be sent to the team and coach as an official record of the state's commendation.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution commemorates the two-year anniversary of the 2022 mass shooting at Tops Friendly Markets in Buffalo, New York. It formally honors the victims, survivors, and their families while acknowledging community events like the 5/14 Blue Flag Initiative and a remembrance ceremony. The measure expresses the state's solidarity with Buffalo and condemns racism and domestic terrorism, with a copy sent to the survivors and families of the victims.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution officially recognizes the 100th anniversary of the Pat II, a historic tour boat operated by the Finger Lakes Boating Museum. The measure highlights the vessel's history, noting its construction in 1924, its restoration by volunteers, and its return to service on Keuka Lake in 2021. By adopting this resolution, the state legislature formally acknowledges the boat's cultural significance and the efforts of the museum's staff. The document is intended to be sent to the museum as a commemorative record of this milestone.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the Governor of New York to officially recognize April 28, 2024, as Workers' Memorial Day. The resolution commemorates the date the federal Occupational Safety and Health Act took effect and honors workers who have been injured or killed on the job. It does not create new laws or change workplace regulations but serves as a symbolic gesture to acknowledge the importance of worker safety. The measure is a formal proclamation that will be sent to the Governor for her signature.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally congratulates Braidon Woodward for winning the 170-pound Division Wrestling Title at the NYSPHSAA Boys Wrestling Championships on February 24, 2024. The measure recognizes his athletic achievement and honors the support he received from his coach, parents, and school district. It directs that copies of the resolution be sent to Woodward, his head coach, the athletic director, and the school superintendent. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create new laws or alter existing policies but serves to acknowledge the student-athlete's success.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors Gregg "Gio" Giannotti, a sports radio personality and co-host of the New York morning show Boomer & Gio, for being named the 2024 Italian American of the Year. The measure formally recognizes his career achievements, including his rise from an intern to a prominent broadcaster, as well as his charitable work supporting cystic fibrosis research and the LT Michael P. Murphy Navy Seal Museum. By adopting this resolution, the legislative body pauses its proceedings to acknowledge Giannotti's contributions and directs a copy of the document to be sent to him.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution honors Bobby Previte, a composer and performer, for being named the 2024 Italian American of the Year. The measure recognizes his significant contributions to the music industry, including his work with diverse ensembles, receipt of prestigious awards like the Guggenheim Fellowship, and his role as an artist-in-residence at various cultural centers. The resolution directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to acknowledge Previte's achievements and mandates that a copy of the document be sent to him.