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J 2310

Commending Silver Queen Chapter No. 43, Prince Hall Order of Eastern Star, upon the occasion of hosting its All White Affair on July 12, 2026

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Kevin Parker

The resolution formally acknowledges and commends Silver Queen Chapter No. 43, Prince Hall Order of Eastern Star, for 81 years of service and highlights its All White Affair event.

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Bill Summary · J 2310

Overview

  • Bill: Senate Resolution No. 2310 (J 2310)
  • Session: 2025-2026
  • Jurisdiction: New York
  • Title: Commending Silver Queen Chapter No. 43, Prince Hall Order of Eastern Star, upon the occasion of hosting its All White Affair on July 12, 2026
  • Sponsor: Senator Parker (Co-sponsor: Kevin Parker)

Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution commends Silver Queen Chapter No. 43, Prince Hall Order of Eastern Star, in recognition of its 81 years of service to the community.
  • It celebrates the chapter’s All White Affair to be held on July 12, 2026, at The Pavilion in Staten Island, New York.
  • The measure honors the leadership and ongoing commitment of the chapter’s officers and members to the principles and traditions of the Prince Hall Order of Eastern Star.

Key Provisions and Provisions of Impact

  • Official recognition: The resolution formally acknowledges and praises Silver Queen Chapter No. 43 for 81 years of service and dedication to the Order’s values.
  • Honorees highlighted: Worthy Matron Cynthia L. Chadwick and Worthy Patron Rhonny King are specifically named for their leadership.
  • Symbolic references: Emphasizes the chapter’s association with the Order’s five-pointed star and the teachings derived from Adah, Ruth, Esther, Martha, and Electa.
  • Event focus: Highlights the All White Affair as a cherished tradition promoting unity, elegance, fellowship, and community spirit among members and guests.
  • Formal courtesy: Requires that copies of the engrossed resolution be transmitted to the Worthy Matron, Worthy Patron, and the chapter’s officers and members, as well as to the state chapter, in recognition of 81 years of service.

Who Is Affected

  • Primary beneficiaries: Silver Queen Chapter No. 43, Prince Hall Order of Eastern Star, and its members, particularly Worthy Matron Cynthia L. Chadwick and Worthy Patron Rhonny King.
  • Broader audience: Members of the Prince Hall Order of Eastern Star within New York, their families, and supporters who participate in or attend the All White Affair.
  • Public recognition: The State of New York legislative body, which issues the commendation.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Referral history:
    • Referred to Finance on May 29, 2026
    • Reported to Calendar for Consideration and subsequently Adopted on June 2, 2026
    • Reported to Calendar for Consideration and Adopted again on June 4, 2026
  • Effective action: The resolution becomes an official commendation of the Legislature, commemorating the chapter’s 81-year history and listing the event date (July 12, 2026) and venue.
  • Publication: Copies of the engrossed resolution are to be transmitted to the named individuals and the organization.

Notable Details

  • The resolution frames the chapter’s work within the broader values of sisterhood, service, loyalty, faith, love, and fidelity as central to the Eastern Star tradition.
  • Emphasizes a long-standing institutional commitment of the Silver Queen Chapter No. 43 to community service and to upholding the Order’s principles in New York.

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

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