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J 698

Congratulating Elsie P. Ketay upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th Birthday

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Michelle Hinchey

Ceremonial resolution recognizing Elsie P. Ketay on her 100th birthday; a symbolic commendation with best wishes, no policy changes or funding.

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Bill Summary · J 698

Summary of Bill J 698: Congratulating Elsie P. Ketay upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th Birthday

Overview

Bill J 698 is a ceremonial resolution in the state legislature recognizing and congratulating Elsie P. Ketay on the occasion of her 100th birthday. As a resolution, it serves to express the legislature’s goodwill and honor, rather than to impose new laws or allocate funds.

Purpose and Intent

  • Officially extend congratulations and best wishes to Elsie P. Ketay on reaching the milestone of 100 years.
  • Acknowledge the significance of centenarian milestone birthdays and recognize Ketay’s longevity as a notable personal achievement within the community.

Key Provisions

  • Formal recognition by the state legislature of Elsie P. Ketay’s 100th birthday.
  • Statement of best wishes from the legislative body to Ketay and her family.
  • No policy mandates, regulatory changes, or financial appropriations are attached to this resolution.

Affected Parties

  • Primary individual honored: Elsie P. Ketay.
  • Community and supporters who may wish to publicize or celebrate the milestone.
  • The recognition is primarily symbolic and ceremonial; no direct legal or fiscal impact on state programs.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduced: April 2, 2025.
  • Initial referral: Referred to Finance on April 2, 2025 (typical for ceremonial resolutions as a procedural step).
  • Consideration: Reported to calendar for consideration on April 8, 2025.
  • Adoption: Adopted on April 8, 2025 (noted in the legislative actions as both “Reported to Calendar for Consideration” and “Adopted” on that date, indicating progress through the chamber to final adoption).
  • Status: Adopted.

Sponsor

  • Primary sponsor: Michelle Hinchey.

Practical Impact

  • The bill formally records a ceremonial commendation for Elsie P. Ketay.
  • It serves as a ceremonial plaque of recognition that could be included in official records and distributed to Ketay and her family.
  • No fiscal costs or regulatory changes are associated with passage.

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