Sen. Kevin Thomas

Maddy summaryThis bill designates September 22nd as "Veteran Suicide Awareness and Remembrance Day" to honor military veterans and raise awareness about suicide prevention. By amending the state's executive law, it adds this new observance to the existing list of official commemorative days recognized in New York. The legislation requires no special actions from individuals or organizations, serving primarily as a formal acknowledgment of the issue within the state calendar.

Permits the court to withhold the names and addresses of jurors in certain proceedings; sets factors for determining good cause to issue protective orders for juries.

Provides that the theft of property of an essential service provider shall constitute grand larceny; provides a higher degree of crime where such theft results in a substantial interruption or impairment of service.

Amends procedures required for the custodial interrogation of children to provide additional protections and for taking juveniles and sixteen and seventeen year olds into custody.

Requires any contract or retainer agreement between a property owner and an attorney for legal services related to the filing and appearance before a board of assessment review regarding complaints in relation to assessments shall include a written disclosure that such complaints in relation to assessments can be completed without the assistance of an attorney.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally honors Linda Lu, the valedictorian of Westbury High School, for her academic achievements and community service. It does not create new laws or change policies but serves as a ceremonial gesture to recognize her accomplishments and bring her honor from the state legislature. The resolution directs that a copy of the document be sent to Linda Lu as a keepsake.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally honors Dave Achonu, the valedictorian of the Class of 2024 at Baldwin High School, for his academic and community achievements. The measure does not create new laws or change existing policies but instead serves as a ceremonial recognition to acknowledge his outstanding accomplishments. Upon adoption, the resolution will be printed and sent to Dave Achonu as an official commendation from the legislative body.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally honors Douglas Lin, the salutatorian of Carle Place High School, for his academic achievements and community service. It does not create new laws or change policies but serves as a ceremonial gesture to recognize his contributions to his school and community. The resolution directs that a copy of the document be sent to Mr. Lin as a record of this commendation.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors Koji Sato for his efforts to recognize Fred Korematsu's legacy and his work promoting Japanese and Japanese-American history. The measure acknowledges Sato's leadership roles in organizations like the Japanese American Association of New York and the U.S.-Japan Council, as well as his contributions to fostering relations between the United States and Japan. The bill directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to formally commend Sato and instructs that a copy of the resolution be sent to him.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution honors Takeshi and Carolyn Furumoto for their advocacy in recognizing Fred Korematsu's legacy and their efforts to preserve Japanese-American history. The measure formally acknowledges their personal backgrounds, including their families' experiences during World War II internment, and their professional achievements in community leadership and business. It specifically highlights their role in securing the passage of Fred Korematsu Day in New Jersey and their ongoing work through organizations like New York Hiroshima-Kai and the Digital Museum of the History of Japanese in New York. The resolution concludes by directing that a copy of the document be sent to the couple as an official recognition of their contributions.