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J 63

Commemorating the 220th Anniversary of the Town of Wells, New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Mark Walczyk

A ceremonial resolution recognizing Wells, NY's 220th anniversary, delivering state congratulations and support for local observances; no funding or legal changes.

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Bill Summary · J 63

Summary of Bill J 63: Commemorating the 220th Anniversary of the Town of Wells, New York

  • Bill type: Resolution (J 63)
  • Status: ADOPTED
  • Introduced: January 9, 2025
  • Primary sponsor: Mark Walczyk

Purpose and intent

  • J 63 is a ceremonial resolution commemorating the 220th anniversary of the Town of Wells, New York.
  • The resolution serves to recognize the town’s historical significance and to acknowledge the contributions of its residents and local government over more than two centuries.

Key provisions and changes

  • As a commemorative resolution, J 63 does not enact new law, create programs, or authorize funding. Rather, it expresses the Legislature’s congratulations and best wishes to the Town of Wells on this milestone.
  • The resolution typically communicates the sense of the Legislature that the anniversary be celebrated by the people of Wells and the surrounding region, and it may request appropriate recognition or observances at the local level.
  • Status notes indicate the resolution is intended to be transmitted through the normal ceremonial channels within the Legislature, often including distribution to local officials and preservation of the milestone in legislative records.

Who or what is affected

  • Primary beneficiaries are the residents and government of the Town of Wells, New York, which gains formal recognition from the state.
  • Local historical societies and community organizations may reference the resolution in celebrating the anniversary.
  • The New York State Legislature fulfills a ceremonial role by acknowledging local history and heritage.

Procedural and timeline details

  • Introduced: January 9, 2025
  • Referred to Finance: January 9, 2025 (as part of standard committee processing for resolutions)
  • Reported to calendar for consideration: January 14, 2025
  • Adopted: January 14, 2025
  • The bill progressed rapidly from introduction to adoption within five days, reflecting its ceremonial nature.

Impact and implications

  • Fiscal impact: None identified. Ceremonial resolutions generally do not authorize spending or alter state policy.
  • Policy impact: No changes to New York State law or regulatory framework.
  • Public impact: Provides formal state recognition of Wells’ anniversary, offering a ceremonial occasion for local pride and community celebration.

Notes

  • This summary reflects the information available in the bill’s record: bill J 63 is a commemorative resolution recognizing the Town of Wells’ 220th anniversary, sponsored by Mark Walczyk, and adopted by the Legislature in January 2025.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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