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J 653

Congratulating Helen Lee upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th Birthday

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Michelle Hinchey

Ceremonial, non-binding resolution congratulates Helen Lee on turning 100, delivering a commemorative copy; a symbolic tribute with no legal, budgetary effect.

REFERRED TO FINANCE
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Bill Summary · J 653

Summary: Bill J 653 — Congratulating Helen Lee upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th Birthday

Purpose and intent

  • J 653 is a ceremonial (non-binding) resolution whose primary purpose is to publicly congratulate Helen Lee on celebrating her 100th birthday.
  • The bill reflects formal recognition by the legislature of a centennial milestone for an individual, rather than creating or altering law or policy.

Key provisions and changes

  • As a resolution, the bill would typically:
    • Express official congratulations and commendation to Helen Lee.
    • Acknowledge the significance of reaching the 100-year milestone.
    • Provide for the issuance of a copy of the resolution to the honoree (and potentially her family or representatives) as a commemorative gesture.
  • The bill does not propose any regulatory changes, program creations, or fiscal policies.

Who or what would be affected

  • Primary beneficiary: Helen Lee, who would receive formal recognition from the state legislature.
  • Indirectly, the bill serves the public by highlighting civic appreciation and honoring a centenarian's milestone.
  • Legislative staff and the offices involved in drafting, presenting, and distributing ceremonial resolutions.
  • The general public may view the recognition as a reflection of the community’s values and respect for longevity and personal achievement.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduced: April 2, 2025.
  • Status: Referred to the Finance Committee on April 2, 2025.
  • Legislative actions note: The record shows two identical entries for the referral to Finance on the same date, which appears to be a clerical duplication in the legislative record.
  • There is no information provided about hearings, amendments, voting, or final passage beyond the referral.

Sponsor

  • Primary sponsor: Michelle Hinchey.

Observations

  • Given its designation as a resolution and its referral to Finance, the bill is largely symbolic, with no anticipated substantive legal or budgetary impact.
  • If enacted, the resolution would serve as an official ceremonial acknowledgment included in the body of the legislative record.

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

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