Commemorating the 60th Anniversary of the Urban League of Rochester

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Samra Brouk and 1 co-sponsor

Ceremonially commends the Urban League of Rochester for 60 years of promoting education, economic opportunity, housing stability, and civil rights in the community.

ADOPTED

J 313 — Commemorating the 60th Anniversary of the Urban League of Rochester

Overview

Bill Number: J 313

Title: Commemorating the 60th Anniversary of the Urban League of Rochester

Type: Resolution

Status: Adopted

Introduced: February 5, 2025

Primary Sponsor: Samra Brouk

Cosponsor: Jeremy Cooney

Purpose and Intent

J 313 is a commemorative resolution recognizing and honoring the Urban League of Rochester on the occasion of its 60th anniversary. The resolution aims to acknowledge the organization’s contributions to the Rochester community, particularly in areas aligned with civil rights, education, economic opportunity, housing, and community development. By marking this milestone, the Legislature signals appreciation for the League’s service and its impact on advancing opportunity and equity in the region.

Key Provisions

As a commemorative resolution, J 313 does not create new law or authorize spending. The substantive elements typically included in such resolutions are:
- Acknowledgment of the Urban League of Rochester’s 60th anniversary and its history of community service.
- Recognition of the organization’s programs and efforts to empower residents through education, employment, housing support, and civil rights advocacy.
- Expression of best wishes for continued service and impact.
- Directive that copies of the resolution be transmitted to the Urban League of Rochester and possibly other stakeholders or community partners.

Sponsor Information

Primary Sponsor: Samra Brouk

Cosponsor: Jeremy Cooney

Legislative History and Timeline

2025-02-05: Referred to the Finance Committee

2025-02-11: Reported to calendar for consideration (listed twice in the record)

2025-02-11: Adopted (listed twice in the record)

Impact and Fiscal Note

Scope: Ceremonial recognition; no new statutory requirements or mandates.

Fiscal Impact: Generally none for a commemorative resolution (no appropriations or new programs are created by this type of measure).

Public Communication: The resolution serves as an official statement of recognition by the Legislature and may be used in official communications and to acknowledge community partners.

Summary

J 313 is a straightforward, ceremonial resolution adopted to honor the Urban League of Rochester on its 60-year milestone. It highlights the organization’s role in promoting education, economic opportunity, housing stability, and civil rights within Rochester. The measure passes through standard legislative steps and carries the usual intent of publicly recognizing and commemorating a community partner, without imposing new duties or fiscal obligations.