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Congratulating the Byron-Bergen Girls Varsity Soccer Team upon the occasion of winning the New York State Public High School Athletic Association Class C State Championship title on November 17, 2024

2025 Regular Session Introduced by George Borrello

Congratulates Byron-Bergen Girls Varsity Soccer Team on the NYSPHSAA Class C State Championship (Nov 17, 2024); ceremonial recognition with minimal or no fiscal impact.

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Bill Summary · J 218

Summary — Bill J 218: Congratulating Byron-Bergen Girls Varsity Soccer Team

Overview

Bill J 218 is a government resolution adopted by the legislature to publicly recognize and honor the Byron-Bergen High School Girls Varsity Soccer Team for winning the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) Class C State Championship on November 17, 2024. The designation is ceremonial and non-legislative in effect, serving to commend the students, coaches, and school community.

Purpose and Intent

  • To congratulate and celebrate the Byron-Bergen girls varsity soccer team for achieving the NYSPHSAA Class C State Championship.
  • To acknowledge the dedication, teamwork, coaching, and school support that contributed to the state title.
  • To publicly highlight the school district and community pride associated with this athletic accomplishment.

Key Provisions

  • Formal congratulatory statement recognizing the team’s achievement.
  • Identification of the event: NYSPHSAA Class C State Championship, date of victory: November 17, 2024.
  • Named recipient: Byron-Bergen Girls Varsity Soccer Team (and likely the coaching staff and players as recognized by the resolution).
  • The bill is classified as a resolution, indicating a ceremonial, commemorative purpose without creating statutory obligations or fiscal mandates.

Affected Parties

  • Byron-Bergen Central School District (the team’s school).
  • Members of the Byron-Bergen Girls Varsity Soccer Team and coaching staff.
  • The local community, school supporters, and district leadership who recognize and celebrate athletic achievements.

Procedural History and Timeline

  • Introduced: January 15, 2025.
  • Legislative actions:
    • January 15, 2025: Referred to Finance.
    • January 22, 2025: Reported to calendar for consideration.
    • January 22, 2025: Adopted.
  • Sponsor (primary): State Senator George Borrello.

Impact and Implications

  • Fiscal impact: Likely minimal or none; as a ceremonial resolution, it generally does not authorize spending or create new obligations. Any printing or distribution costs would be nominal.
  • Public recognition: Provides formal acknowledgment from the legislature, contributing to the visibility of student-athlete achievements and potentially inspiring other students.
  • Legal effect: None in terms of policy or law; effects are symbolic and commemorative.

Additional Context

  • Class C designation indicates the competition level within NYSPHSAA based on school size. The resolution recognizes a state-level title attained by the Byron-Bergen program during the 2024 season.

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

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