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J 255

Commending Brandon Gruttemeyer upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of a Liberty Medal, the highest honor bestowed upon an individual by the New York State Senate

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

Ceremonial NY Senate resolution commending Brandon Gruttemeyer for the Liberty Medal; non-binding, no fiscal impact, public acknowledgment and best wishes, adopted Jan 28, 2025.

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Bill Summary · J 255

Summary of Bill J 255 (Commending Brandon Gruttemeyer)

Bill type and status
- Type: Resolution (non-binding ceremonial measure)
- Title: Commending Brandon Gruttemeyer upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of a Liberty Medal, the highest honor bestowed upon an individual by the New York State Senate
- Status: ADOPTED
- Introduced: January 22, 2025
- Latest actions:
- January 22, 2025 – Referred to Finance
- January 28, 2025 – Reported to Calendar for Consideration
- January 28, 2025 – Adopted

Purpose and Intent

  • The primary purpose of J 255 is to formally recognize and commend Brandon Gruttemeyer for his designation as a recipient of the Liberty Medal, described in the bill as the highest honor bestowed upon an individual by the New York State Senate.
  • The resolution serves as ceremonial acknowledgment of Gruttemeyer’s achievements and contributions relevant to liberty, public service, or community impact, suitable for public commendation by the Senate.

Key Provisions

  • Ceremonial commendation of Brandon Gruttemeyer for receiving the Liberty Medal.
  • Formal statements of appreciation and best wishes from the New York State Senate.
  • Direction to transmit a copy of the resolution to the honoree (and possibly other relevant parties) as a record of the Senate’s recognition.
  • Clear indication that the measure is non-binding and does not enact policy, create fiscal obligations, or alter statutory law.

Affected Parties and Impact

  • Primary honoree: Brandon Gruttemeyer (recognition of his Liberty Medal designation).
  • Broad impact: Public recognition of an individual’s contributions; potential positive public relations for the honoree and the Senate.
  • No fiscal or regulatory changes: As a resolution, it does not authorize expenditures, alter programs, or impose new duties on state agencies.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduction and referral to Finance occurred January 22, 2025.
  • On January 28, 2025, the measure was reported to the calendar for consideration and was adopted the same day.
  • The adopted resolution stands as the formal record of recognition by the New York State Senate.

Note

  • This is a ceremonial resolution and does not amend statutes or create new obligations on government entities. Its primary value lies in formal acknowledgment and public statement of commendation.

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

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