Bill

J 955

Congratulating the Binghamton University Debate Team upon the occasion of capturing First Place at the 79th National Debate Tournament

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Lea Webb

Ceremonially congratulates Binghamton University Debate Team on its first-place win at the National Debate Tournament, recognizing achievement with no policy or budget impact.

ADOPTED

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Bill Summary · J 955

Summary of Bill J 955 – Congratulating the Binghamton University Debate Team

Overview

Bill J 955 is a ceremonial legislative resolution recognizing and congratulating the Binghamton University Debate Team for winning First Place at the 79th National Debate Tournament. The bill is classified as a resolution and has been adopted.

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of J 955 is to publicly commend and celebrate the achievements of Binghamton University’s debate team.
It serves as an official expression of the Legislature’s appreciation for the team’s national championship performance and its contributions to the university, the academic community, and the state’s reputation in collegiate debate and higher education.

Key Provisions

Formal Congratulation: The resolution would convey official congratulations to the Binghamton University Debate Team on attaining first place at the National Debate Tournament.
Recognition of Excellence: It acknowledges the team’s skill, preparation, teamwork, and dedication required to achieve national success.
Public Record: The resolution would create a public record of the achievement within the official acts of the Legislature.
Dissemination: Typically, such resolutions include provisions for transmitting copies of the resolution to the university, the team members, coaches, and the university administration (though exact drafting may vary).

Beneficiaries and Impact

Primary beneficiaries: Binghamton University Debating Team and its coaches, student participants, and the university community.
Broader impact: Enhances visibility for Binghamton University within the state and honors the role of student-athlete-like achievement in academic competition. No direct policy or budgetary changes are enacted by ceremonial resolutions.

Procedural History and Timeline

Introduction: May 8, 2025
Committee Action: Referred to Finance (May 8, 2025)
Floor Action: Reported to calendar for consideration (May 13, 2025)
Adoption: Adopted on May 13, 2025
Status: ADOPTED

Fiscal Implications

Ceremonial resolutions typically have negligible or no direct fiscal impact. Any costs associated with printing or distribution are expected to be minor and within normal legislative operating budgets.

Notes

This is a ceremonial measure recognizing a non-legislative achievement. It does not enact new policies or allocate funds, but it formally acknowledges the team’s national championship and its positive contribution to the state’s educational landscape.

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