Provides accidental disability retirement benefits for deputy sheriff Richard Stueber, a participant in World Trade Center rescue, recovery, and cleanup operations.
This bill (S 5446) is a ceremonial dedication of a specific highway segment in Albion, Orleans County, to Specialist Jason Johnston. It designates a portion of State Route 31-A (from Power-line Road to State Route 98) as "Highway Dedicated to Specialist Jason Johnston" for signage purposes only. The bill explicitly states this is a ceremonial act with no change to the highway's official name, and requires signage to avoid confusion with commercial traffic. It does not alter transportation policy or affect any other individuals or entities.
This bill (A 8237) designates a specific segment of State Route 35 in Westchester County (from US Route 202 to Route 100 in Somers) as a ceremonial dedication to Westchester Purple Heart Recipients. The law requires the transportation commissioner to install and maintain signs reading "Highway Dedicated to Westchester Purple Heart Recipients" along this route. Crucially, the bill clarifies this is purely symbolic - no official highway name change will occur, and the dedication is intended to avoid disrupting commerce. It does not alter traffic regulations or create new benefits for recipients. The bill was signed into law on September 10, 2025.
This bill (S 5769) designates a specific stretch of New York State Route 21 (from its intersection with Route 96 to Latting Road and Standpipe Road in Manchester, Ontario County) for commemorative purposes. It requires the Department of Transportation to install and maintain a ceremonial sign reading "Highway Dedicated to TSgt Kory Wade" along that route. The bill explicitly states this is purely ceremonial and does not change the official highway name or affect commerce. It was signed into law by the governor on September 10, 2025.
This bill (S 7380) designates a specific segment of State Route 324 in Clarence, Erie County, as "Highway Dedicated to Major Andrew D. Byers" for ceremonial purposes. The provision covers the portion beginning at Transit Road and ending at Main Street, with signage stating the dedication. Crucially, the bill clarifies this is purely ceremonial - no official name change to the highway occurs, and commerce disruptions are avoided. It directly affects the local highway segment in Clarence without altering transportation laws or policies.
This bill (S 1899) designates a specific segment of State Route 14 in Yates County as a ceremonial tribute to Sergeant James S. Hayes. It directs the state transportation commissioner to install commemorative signage along the route - beginning at Plum Point Road in Milo and ending at Main Street in Dresden - reading "Highway Dedicated to Sergeant James S. Hayes." The bill explicitly states this is purely ceremonial, confirming the official highway name will remain unchanged. It does not alter road infrastructure, traffic rules, or create new policies.
This Senate Resolution (R 1250) establishes specific grant allocations for the 2025-26 state fiscal year, directly affecting community organizations providing services in elder guardianship, transgender/non-binary wellness, LGBT health, school health centers, sickle cell care, and veterans' mental health. It requires the Senate to approve a plan listing grantees and funding amounts (e.g., $640,000 to Project Guardianship Inc., $75,000 to University of Rochester's Gender Wellness Program) before funds can be expended. The resolution mandates that all allocations follow a Senate-approved process requiring majority vote on a roll call. It does not create new policy but formalizes existing funding disbursement for designated programs.
Senate Resolution 1241 requires the state to publish an itemized list of grantees and funding amounts for human services and veterans community services organizations for the 2024-25 fiscal year. It mandates that funds from the specified appropriation must be allocated only through a plan approved by the Senate Temporary President and Budget Director, which must either list each recipient with their exact amount or detail the allocation method. This resolution directly affects the 100+ community organizations listed (like Penates Inc. receiving $100,000 and Bronx Parent Housing Network receiving $25,000) by formalizing how their state funding will be distributed. The plan must then be included in a Senate resolution approved by a majority vote, ensuring legislative oversight before funds are disbursed. This is a procedural resolution governing fund distribution, not a new policy.
This bill amends Senate Resolution R1397 to allow the suballocation or transfer of funds originally appropriated for human services and veterans community services organizations between agencies (like the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance and the Department of Veterans' Services). It requires any reallocation plan to include either an itemized list of grantees with specific amounts or a clear methodology for distributing funds. Such plans must be approved by the Senate Temporary President, Budget Director, and a majority vote of all senators via roll call. The bill directly affects community organizations receiving these funds, as it modifies the process for how their grants are allocated and approved.
Relates to certificates of honorable separation from or service in the armed forces of the United States; provides that such certificates shall be forwarded to the appropriate local veterans' service agency within 60 days of receipt.
