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J 2108

Honoring Gary Paradis upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Massena Volunteer Emergency Unit

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Dan Stec

The resolution formally honors Gary Paradis for 50 years of volunteer EMS service with Massena, recognizing leadership and mentorship in a ceremonial, non-binding tribute.

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Bill Summary · J 2108

Overview

  • Bill: Senate Resolution No. 2108 (J 2108)
  • Session: 2025-2026
  • Jurisdiction: New York
  • Sponsor: Senator Stec (co-sponsored by Dan Stec)
  • Type: Legislative recognition resolution (honorary resolution), not a law with enforceable provisions

Purpose and Intent

  • To honor Gary Paradis for reaching and being designated for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Massena Volunteer Emergency Unit (Massena Volunteer EMS).
  • Recognizes Paradis’s long-term commitment to volunteer emergency medical services and his positive impact on the community and state safety.

Key Provisions

  • Official designation: The resolution formally honors Gary Paradis for five decades of service with the Massena Volunteer Emergency Unit.
  • Public acknowledgment: States the Legislative Body’s pride in recognizing Paradis’s commitment, leadership roles, and mentorship within the EMS organization.
  • Ceremony reference: Indicates the recognition is to be celebrated at the Massena EMS Awards Banquet on August 22, 2026.
  • Formal transmission: Directs that a suitably engrossed copy of the resolution be transmitted to Gary Paradis.

Who/What Is Affected

  • Primary: Gary Paradis, honoree for 50 years of service.
  • The Massena Volunteer Emergency Unit (EMS) as the organization with which Paradis has served.
  • The broader community, by formalizing appreciation from the New York State Senate for EMS volunteers.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

  • Status: Referred to the Senate Finance Committee as of May 15, 2026 (Action History).
  • Timeline reference: The recognition is planned to coincide with the August 22, 2026 Awards Banquet.
  • Nature of action: This is a ceremonial, non-binding resolution expressing the Legislature’s respect and commendation; it does not create new duties, funding, or regulatory changes.

Potential Impact

  • Symbolic honor that publicly acknowledges and valorizes long-term volunteer EMS service.
  • Could enhance visibility and appreciation for volunteer EMS programs in Massena and across New York State.
  • May inspire current and prospective volunteers by highlighting a model of decades-long service and mentorship.

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

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