Celebrating the 85th Anniversary of the Civil Air Patrol New York Wing

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Joe Addabbo and 62 co-sponsors

Ceremonially recognize and honor the Civil Air Patrol New York Wing for 85 years of emergency services, disaster relief, education, and youth programs.

ADOPTED

Summary of Bill: J 1682 (Session: 2025-2026) – Celebrating the 85th Anniversary of the Civil Air Patrol New York Wing

Purpose and Intent

A Senate Resolution honoring the Civil Air Patrol (CAP) New York Wing on its 85th anniversary.

Recognizes CAP as the official Auxiliary of the United States Air Force and commends its long-standing volunteer service, aviation programs, and community contributions.

Expresses appreciation for CAP New York Wing’s service in emergency services, cadet programs, and aerospace education, and its role in homeland security and public safety within New York State.

Key Provisions

Resolution acknowledges CAP New York Wing’s history, including:

Formation and readiness since its establishment in New York.
Participation in World War II coastal defense, patrols, and missions supporting national security.
Post-9/11 support to rescuers and state agencies.
Disaster relief efforts for events such as Superstorm Sandy, hurricanes Ida and Henry, COVID-19 response, and other natural disasters (floods, wildfires, ice storms, tornadoes).
Ongoing missions in modern times: search and rescue, disaster relief, aerial reconnaissance, emergency management support, and youth mentorship.

States that more than 2,200 volunteers in the New York Wing contribute thousands of hours annually.

Commits the New York Legislature to commemorate the 85th anniversary and to honor CAP members for their service.

The resolution includes a formal expression of appreciation and best wishes for continued success in CAP’s mission to enhance safety and education.

Subjects Affected

Civil Air Patrol, New York Wing (and by extension the broader CAP organization and its volunteers).

Members, leadership, and supporters of CAP New York Wing.

The general public in New York who benefit from CAP services (emergency management, search and rescue, disaster response, youth programs).

Procedural and Timeline Details

Sponsorship: Multiple state senators as co-sponsors, including SCARCELLA-SPANTON (primary sponsor) and a broad list of colleagues from diverse districts.

Action History:

Referred to the Senate Finance Committee on March 3, 2026.
Reported to Calendar for Consideration and Adopted on March 10, 2026.

Nature of Measure: A ceremonial/expressive resolution recognizing and commemorating an organization’s anniversary; it does not establish new programs, authorize funding, or create legal restrictions or duties.

Potential Impact

Public acknowledgement of CAP New York Wing’s contributions to public safety, community service, and youth development.

May bolster public awareness of CAP’s missions and recruitments of volunteers.

Honors-based measure with symbolic value, potentially aiding in community relations and interagency partnerships.

Quick Take

This is a ceremonially focused resolution celebrating the 85th anniversary of the Civil Air Patrol New York Wing, highlighting historical and ongoing service in emergency response, education, and youth development, and expressing formal appreciation from the New York State Legislature.