Sen. Patrick Gallivan

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative Senate resolution (J 423) adopted by the Senate on March 4, 2025, to honor the life and legacy of John O. Peck, a small business owner and community member from Vista, New York. The resolution formally expresses the legislature's condolences to his family following his death on February 14, 2025, at age 73. It details his personal life, career founding J.O. Peck Heating & Cooling, and his roles as a husband, father, grandfather, and community contributor. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no legislative effect beyond this symbolic tribute.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 433 commemorates the 38th Annual SOMOS Spring Conference (March 7-9, 2025) and pays tribute to SOMOS, Inc. for its advocacy on behalf of Puerto Rican and Latino communities in New York State. The resolution formally recognizes the organization's work in supporting Hispanic youth through scholarships, internships, and leadership programs like the Angelo Del Toro Puerto Rican/Hispanic Youth Leadership Institute. It does not create new policies or affect any legislation, but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of SOMOS, Inc.'s community contributions. The resolution was adopted by the legislature on March 4, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (J 371) honoring Linda Zakrzewski for receiving the Clarence Chamber of Commerce's Lifetime Achiever of the Year Award on March 20, 2025. It recognizes her 36-year career as a public school teacher, her decades of volunteer work with Girl Scouts (including founding a Day Camp program), and her community service through Meals on Wheels and religious education. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses the Legislature's commendation and will be presented to her.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 375 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Scott Medole for receiving the Clarence Chamber of Commerce's Volunteer of the Year Award. It formally recognizes Medole's 40-year service as a volunteer firefighter with the Harris Hill Volunteer Fire Company, his community involvement, and his decades of dedication to Clarence, New York. The resolution directs the legislature to send a copy of the resolution to Medole upon adoption. This is a symbolic gesture with no policy impact or new legal requirements.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (J 376), not a legislative bill with policy changes. It formally honors Cortese Construction Services Corporation for being named "Large Business of the Year" by the Clarence Chamber of Commerce. The resolution recognizes the company's 74-year history as a family-owned Western New York business, its community involvement, and past awards like the Better Homes & Gardens Magazine Award and Buffalo News Top Workplace Award. The resolution has no legal effect beyond providing symbolic recognition to the company.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (not a law) honoring BankOnBuffalo for receiving the Flora Leamer Community Involvement Award from the Clarence Chamber of Commerce. The resolution commends BankOnBuffalo for its community-focused work since 2017, including local decision-making, customer service, and supporting the local economy through community engagement. It has no legal effect or policy changes - it simply recognizes the organization's contributions with a formal expression of praise. The resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 25, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) honoring Jennifer Berndt, a Clarence High School math teacher, for receiving the Clarence Chamber of Commerce's Educator of the Year Award. The resolution formally recognizes her 31-year teaching career at her alma mater, her work with students through SADD, and her community contributions. It has no policy impact or financial provisions - it simply expresses legislative appreciation and directs a copy to be sent to Ms. Berndt. The resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 25, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic Senate resolution (J 377) honoring Morluski's Polish & Italian Cuisine in Clarence, New York, for receiving the Clarence Chamber of Commerce's Small Business of the Year Award on March 20, 2025. The resolution formally recognizes the restaurant's community contributions, its Polish-Italian heritage, and its 2021-2023 local awards. It has no policy impact - it simply expresses legislative appreciation and directs a copy of the resolution to the restaurant. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any legal rights.

Maddy summaryThis resolution requests Governor Hochul to proclaim May 2025 as Lupus Awareness Month in New York. It recognizes the impact of lupus on approximately 105,400 New Yorkers and seeks to increase public awareness of this chronic autoimmune disease, which disproportionately affects women and certain ethnic groups. The resolution does not create new laws or allocate funding but formally urges the Governor to support awareness efforts. It was adopted by the legislature on February 25, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (J 374) honoring Ron Walkowiak for receiving the Clarence Chamber of Commerce's Citizen of the Year Award. It recognizes his decades of community service in Clarence, New York, including roles on local boards, the Farmers Market, and environmental committees. The resolution expresses the legislature's appreciation for his contributions but does not create any new laws or policies. It was adopted on February 25, 2025, and will be transmitted to Mr. Walkowiak.