Sen. Patrick Gallivan

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (J 1315) formally congratulating the Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake High School Boys Cross Country Team and Head Coach Chip Button for winning the 2025 New York State Class B Championship. It recognizes their athletic achievement, 25th Section 2 Championship, 13th state title, and academic success (95.6% team GPA), alongside their community support and coaching. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply provides official recognition through a formal statement sent to the team, coach, and school officials. As a procedural resolution, it does not affect laws or regulations.

Maddy summaryThis resolution requests Governor Hochul to issue a proclamation designating October 2026 as Polish American Heritage Month in New York State. It directly addresses the Governor, asking her to formally recognize this observance in alignment with National Polish American Heritage Month. The resolution highlights Polish Americans' historical contributions to New York's cultural, civic, and architectural landscape, including their roles in medicine, business, arts, and community landmarks. As a procedural resolution (not a law), it has no binding effect but serves to formally request the Governor's recognition.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (not a bill), not a law with policy changes. It formally congratulates the Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake High School Field Hockey Team and Head Coach Kelly Vrooman for winning the 2025 Class B NYSPHSAA Field Hockey Championship. The resolution recognizes their 21-1-1 season record, second consecutive state title, and academic achievements (95.2 GPA collectively). It has no legal effect or impact on any policies, programs, or individuals beyond the ceremonial acknowledgment.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (J 1317), not a substantive bill. It formally congratulates the Stillwater Girls Varsity Soccer Team and Head Coach Christine Ihnatolya for winning the New York State Public High School Athletic Association Class C State Championship on November 16, 2025. The resolution specifically recognizes the team's 22-1 record, four sectional titles, and 92.6 average GPA, naming all players and coaches. It has no policy impact or financial effect - it is purely symbolic recognition directed to the team, school officials, and staff.

Requires the superintendent of state police to develop, maintain and disseminate to all members of the division of state police a critical incident leave policy requiring critical incident paid leave for any members directly involved in a critical incident; prohibits such superintendent from taking any punitive administrative action against any member of the division of state police granted critical incident leave solely on the basis of the provision of such leave.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (Senate Resolution 1351) congratulating the Tri-Valley Secondary School Girls Cross Country Team and Head Coach Skylar Musa for winning the 2025 New York State Class D Cross Country Championship. It specifically recognizes their undefeated season (8-0 overall), sixth state title, and the contributions of athletes and assistant coaches. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely serves as a formal expression of legislative praise. It does not affect any laws, regulations, or individuals beyond this ceremonial acknowledgment.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (J 1342) asks Governor Hochul to officially recognize May 17-23, 2026, as Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week in New York State, aligning with National EMS Week. It directly honors EMS professionals - including paramedics, EMTs, firefighters, and volunteers - who provide critical 24/7 emergency care. The resolution has no policy changes; it simply requests the Governor issue a proclamation to celebrate their service. This ceremonial action affects all New Yorkers by promoting public awareness of EMS workers' vital role in community health.

Maddy summaryThis resolution memorializes Governor Hochul to proclaim October 6-12, 2026, as Physician Assistant Week in New York State. It requests the Governor issue a formal recognition of Physician Assistants (PAs) for their role in healthcare, highlighting their contributions across primary and specialty care settings. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but formally honors PAs through a state-level proclamation. It directly affects PA professionals in New York by providing official recognition during the designated week. The resolution is purely ceremonial and follows the established observance of National PA Week.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution requests Governor Hochul to issue a proclamation designating May 6-12, 2026, as Nurses Week in New York State, aligning with National Nurses Week. It recognizes New York's 256,000+ registered nurses and their critical role in healthcare, including patient safety, primary care, and meeting the needs of an aging population. The resolution does not create new law but serves as a formal state-level acknowledgment of nurses' contributions. It directly addresses the Governor to take action, with no direct impact on policy or funding.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (S.1341) requests Governor Hochul to officially proclaim March 30, 2026, as "Doctors' Day" in New York State. It does not create new laws or policies but asks the Governor to issue a ceremonial proclamation recognizing physicians' contributions, aligning with the existing national observance. The resolution has no direct effect on healthcare services, regulations, or citizens, as it is purely symbolic. It follows longstanding tradition of honoring medical professionals through state-level recognition. The bill is procedural and commemorative, not substantive.