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J 18

Commending Stanley Maltzman 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

The bill awards ceremonial recognition to Stanley Maltzman for receiving the Liberty Medal, expressing the Senate’s congratulations and best wishes.

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Bill Summary · J 18

Summary of Bill J 18 (Commending Stanley Maltzman)

Purpose and Nature

  • Bill J 18 is a New York State Senate resolution that formally commends Stanley Maltzman on the occasion of his designation as the recipient of the Liberty Medal, described in the bill as “the highest honor bestowed upon an individual by the New York State Senate.”
  • As a resolution, the bill serves as a ceremonial recognition by the Senate rather than creating or changing law or policy.

Key Provisions

  • The core provision would express formal commendation and tribute to Stanley Maltzman for receiving the Liberty Medal.
  • The resolution would acknowledge Maltzman’s contributions and designate the Senate’s congratulations and best wishes on this notable achievement.
  • It may include instructions typical of such resolutions, such as directing the Clerk to transmit a copy of the resolution to Maltzman and/or his family, and to preserve the record of the commendation.
  • The bill does not propose any fiscal appropriations or regulatory changes; it is ceremonial in nature.

Who Is Affected

  • Primary recognition is directed toward Stanley Maltzman, the recipient of the Liberty Medal.
  • Other affected parties include the New York State Senate itself (as the body issuing the commendation) and possibly Maltzman’s family, colleagues, and community who recognize his achievements.
  • The general public comprises readers of the resolution and those following the Senate’s ceremonial recognitions.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduced: January 9, 2025.
  • Sponsor: Primary sponsor Michelle Hinchey.
  • Legislative actions:
    • January 9, 2025: Referred to Finance (typical for a resolution, even when no fiscal impact is expected).
    • January 14, 2025: Reported to calendar for consideration.
    • January 14, 2025: Adopted by the Senate.
  • Status: ADOPTED. As a ceremonial resolution, adoption serves as formal stamp of the Senate’s commendation rather than enacting new law.

Additional Context

  • This bill is a straightforward ceremonial acknowledgment—no policy changes, appropriations, or regulatory mandates are included.
  • The resolution’s adoption publicly recognizes Stanley Maltzman and highlights the significance of the Liberty Medal as described by the bill.

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

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