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J 676

Congratulating Jane Rhodes upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th Birthday

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Michelle Hinchey

Ceremonial resolution recognizing Jane Rhodes on her 100th birthday; no policy or fiscal impact, adopted April 8, 2025, sponsored by Sen. Michelle Hinchey.

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Bill Summary · J 676

Summary of Bill J 676 — Congratulating Jane Rhodes on the Occasion of Celebrating Her 100th Birthday

Overview

Bill J 676 is a non-binding legislative resolution whose purpose is to publicly commemorate and congratulate Jane Rhodes on reaching the milestone of her 100th birthday. The measure was introduced on April 2, 2025, and has since been adopted by the Legislature. The primary sponsor is Michelle Hinchey.

  • Bill type: Resolution (non-policy, ceremonial)
  • Status: ADOPTED
  • Introduced: April 2, 2025
  • Adopted: April 8, 2025
  • Primary sponsor: Michelle Hinchey

Purpose and Intent

The bill’s aim is ceremonial recognition of a community member’s centennial birthday. Resolutions of this kind celebrate longevity, community contributions, and examples of civic engagement, without creating or altering law or public policy.

Key Provisions

While the full text is not provided, standard elements for this type of resolution typically include:
- An official expression of congratulations and best wishes to Jane Rhodes on her 100th birthday.
- A statement recognizing her life milestones, community involvement, or impact (as appropriate to the honoree’s history).
- Authorization or direction for the resolution to be printed in the journal and a copy transmitted to the honoree (and/or family) as a formal recognition by the Legislature.

There are no fiscal provisions or policy changes associated with this type of measure.

Affected Parties

  • Jane Rhodes, on the occasion of her 100th birthday, is the named honoree.
  • The general public and the Legislature, which issue ceremonial recognition.
  • There is no anticipated impact on state law, regulations, or expenditures.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • 2025-04-02: Referred to Finance (introductory action and committee referral)
  • 2025-04-08: Reported to calendar for consideration
  • 2025-04-08: Adopted (final action in the legislative process)

Notes: The measure progressed from introduction to committee referral, was advanced to the calendar for consideration, and was subsequently adopted within the same week.

Sponsor

  • Primary sponsor: Senator Michelle Hinchey

Summary Judgment

Bill J 676 serves as a formal, ceremonial gesture to recognize Jane Rhodes’s 100th birthday. It does not create policy or impose fiscal obligations. The adoption reflects legislative acknowledgment and best wishes from the sponsor and the Legislature.

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

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