Sen. Jack Martins

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (not a law) honoring Nicolai Glouchkov, a Nassau Community College student, for receiving SUNY's Norman R. McConney, Jr. Award for Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) Student Excellence. The resolution recognizes his academic achievements and leadership as an EOP participant, which supports low-income, academically disadvantaged students. It has no policy impact - it simply expresses legislative admiration and will be presented to Glouchkov. The resolution was adopted on March 11, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (J 476) commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Cleary School for the Deaf, scheduled for June 23, 2025. It honors the school's history, including its founding in 1925 by Rosemary Cleary and its role as a pioneering institution for deaf education in New York. The resolution formally recognizes the school's achievements and sends a copy to the school, but it does not create new laws or affect any policies.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (not a law) that symbolically honors New York maple producers for their work during the Annual Maple Weekends on March 22-23, 2025, and March 29-30, 2025. It recognizes their role in New York's agricultural heritage, noting the state produces over 800,000 gallons of maple syrup annually from 2.8 million taps. The resolution has no legal effect - it simply commends producers and will be shared with them via formal copies. It does not create new policies or affect any regulations.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (J 451) passed by the New York State Senate on March 11, 2025, to formally recognize Nidia Orellana for her 20+ years of service with the Parent Resource Center (PRC) in Port Washington. It honors her work as an educator in PRC's programs for young children and her dedication to supporting families, particularly economically disadvantaged ones. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses the Senate's appreciation and will be presented to Ms. Orellana at the PRC Gala 2025. As a procedural resolution, it does not affect any laws or directly impact constituents.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution (J 473) that formally congratulates Diego S. Mejia-Manzano for earning the Eagle Scout rank - the highest honor in Scouts BSA - on May 29, 2025. It recognizes his completion of a community service project refurbishing a meeting room at St. John's Lutheran Church and his leadership development through Scouting. The resolution, adopted by the Senate, directs a copy be sent to Mejia-Manzano as a formal acknowledgment of his achievement. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it is a ceremonial honor for an individual.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (S.455) commemorates the 150th anniversary of Margaretville, New York, through a ceremonial resolution. It honors the village's historical significance, including its founding in the 1840s, development as a railroad-connected resort town, and contributions to the Catskills region. The resolution directs that an engrossed copy be transmitted to Margaretville itself. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on residents or laws.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 458) formally recognizes Syracuse Central School District's first girls wrestling team as trailblazers in a traditionally male-dominated sport. It honors their achievement as the district's inaugural team, which won its first match in October 2024 after starting with limited equipment (practicing in socks until donors provided proper gear). The resolution highlights their role in advancing gender equity in school sports and building confidence through athletics. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or allocate funds - it simply provides symbolic recognition to the team and coach Heather Niver.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 452 honors Trish Class for her decades of community service, particularly her leadership as Executive Director of the Parent Resource Center (PRC) in Port Washington, New York, where she supported families and children through programs like parenting workshops and developmental classes. The resolution, adopted by the Senate, formally recognizes her contributions as a community leader and role model, with a copy to be presented to her at the PRC Gala 2025. This is a ceremonial resolution with no policy impact or legal effect.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (J 457) adopted on March 11, 2025, that formally congratulates the Marcellus Girls Varsity Soccer Team for winning the New York State Public High School Athletic Association Class B Championship on November 17, 2024. It recognizes their 4-0 victory over Cold Spring Harbor and highlights their season record, coaching staff (led by Head Coach Laurie Updike), and community support. The resolution has no policy impact or legal effect; it simply expresses legislative recognition through a formal statement and will send copies to the team and coach. As a commemorative gesture, it directly affects only the named team and coach, with no broader legislative consequences.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 472) formally congratulates Thomas L. Farmer on achieving the Eagle Scout rank - the highest honor in Scouts BSA - through a ceremonial resolution adopted by the legislative body. It recognizes his accomplishment, including his community service project enhancing the Clark Botanic Garden, and his dedication to Scouting's principles. The resolution has no policy impact; it solely serves as symbolic recognition of Farmer's achievement. It does not affect any laws, programs, or individuals beyond this ceremonial honor.