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Commending Joseph Mark Fletcher posthumously 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 Michelle Hinchey

Ceremonial NY Senate resolution commends Joseph Mark Fletcher posthumously for receiving the Liberty Medal, acknowledging his impact and sending copies to his family.

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Bill Summary · J 23

Bill Summary — J 23: Commending Joseph Mark Fletcher (Liberty Medal)

Overview

  • Bill Number: J 23
  • Title: Commending Joseph Mark Fletcher posthumously 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
  • Classification: Resolution (ceremonial)
  • Status: Adopted
  • Introduced: January 9, 2025
  • Sponsor: Michelle Hinchey (primary)

Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution serves to publicly commend and honor Joseph Mark Fletcher posthumously in recognition of his designation as a recipient of the Liberty Medal, described in the bill’s title as the highest honor bestowed by the New York State Senate. While the text of the resolution is not provided, typical language would express appreciation for Fletcher’s contributions and acknowledge the significance of receiving the Liberty Medal.

Key Provisions (substantive content)

  • Officially acknowledge and congratulate Joseph Mark Fletcher posthumously for being named a Liberty Medal recipient by the New York State Senate.
  • Include formal statements of respect, gratitude, and recognition of Fletcher’s impact and legacy.
  • Authorize or request the appropriate authorities (e.g., the Senate Clerk) to prepare and transmit copies of the resolution to Fletcher’s family, as well as to relevant institutions or organizations associated with his recognition.
  • Record the commendation in the Senate’s official journals and proceedings (as part of standard ceremonial resolutions).

Impact and Affected Parties

  • Directly Affected: Joseph Mark Fletcher (posthumous honoree) and his family.
  • Indirectly Affected: The New York State Senate, which publicly recognizes the honor; the broader public who reads the resolution and learns of Fletcher’s contributions.
  • Fiscal/Administrative Impact: Ceremonial resolutions typically have minimal to no fiscal impact; any costs are incidental to printing and distribution of the resolution or related ceremonial activities.

Procedural Timeline

  • January 9, 2025: Introduced and referred to Finance.
  • January 14, 2025: Reported to calendar for consideration; subsequently adopted on the same day.
  • The sponsor listed: Michelle Hinchey (primary).

Notes

  • The bill is a ceremonial resolution, not a bill that changes law or creates new programmatic requirements. Its primary function is to formally recognize and celebrate an individual’s achievement within the framework of the New York State Senate.
  • No further legislative action appears required beyond adoption, given its commemorative nature.

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

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