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J 434

Congratulating Samantha Massey upon the occasion of capturing the NYSPHSAA's Section III Girls Wrestling Championship

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Joe Griffo

Celebrates Samantha Massey’s win at the NYSPHSAA Section III Girls Wrestling Championship with a ceremonial state resolution recognizing her achievement and inspiring others.

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Bill Summary · J 434

Summary of Bill J 434 — Congratulating Samantha Massey on NYSPHSAA Section III Girls Wrestling Championship

Overview

Bill J 434 is a ceremonial resolution introduced to publicly recognize and celebrate the athletic achievement of Samantha Massey, who captured the NYSPHSAA Section III Girls Wrestling Championship. The measure is classified as a resolution and, upon adoption, serves as an official expression of commendation from the legislature.

  • Bill number: J 434
  • Title: Congratulating Samantha Massey upon the occasion of capturing the NYSPHSAA's Section III Girls Wrestling Championship
  • Classification: Resolution
  • Status: Adopted
  • Primary sponsor: Joseph A. Griffo

Purpose and Intent

  • To formally acknowledge Samantha Massey for winning the NYSPHSAA Section III Girls Wrestling Championship.
  • To publicly recognize the dedication, skill, and athletic achievement of Massey and to honor her and her supporters, including her school and local community.
  • To contribute to the visibility and encouragement of girls’ participation in wrestling and high school athletics within New York.

Key Provisions

  • The bill would issue a formal resolution congratulating Samantha Massey on her championship victory.
  • There are no accompanying budgetary provisions, authorizations, or statutory changes implied by the bill, as typical for a ceremonial resolution.
  • The resolution would be conveyed through the appropriate legislative channels once adopted.

Who Is Affected

  • Primary: Samantha Massey and her immediate supporters (family, coaches, school, and teammates).
  • Secondary: The NYSPHSAA and Section III wrestling communities.
  • General public: Readers of the resolution and the broader community that supports high school athletics.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduced: February 28, 2025
  • Legislative actions:
    • February 28, 2025: Referred to Finance (likely standard procedural step for a ceremonial measure)
    • March 4, 2025: Reported to calendar for consideration
    • March 4, 2025: Adopted
  • Status as of the latest action: Adopted (the resolution has passed through the legislature)

Potential Impact and Significance

  • Symbolic Recognition: Provides formal, public recognition of athletic achievement at the state level.
  • Community Pride: Highlights local and school pride in Massey’s accomplishment, potentially inspiring other athletes, especially girls, to pursue wrestling and other sports.
  • No Fiscal Impact: As a ceremonial resolution, it typically does not require funding or create new obligations for state or local government.

Notes

  • This is a non-binding, ceremonial measure acknowledging a commendable athletic achievement rather than creating policy or fiscal commitments.

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

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