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J 973

Honoring Jim Rothwell upon the occasion of his induction into the New York State Stock Car Association Hall of Fame on May 4, 2025

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Joe Griffo

Ceremonial resolution commends Jim Rothwell for induction into the NYS Stock Car Association Hall of Fame, formally recognizing his motorsports impact with no fiscal impact.

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Bill Summary · J 973

Summary of Bill J 973: Honoring Jim Rothwell upon Induction into the NYS Stock Car Association Hall of Fame

Overview

Bill J 973 is a ceremonial resolution intended to honor Jim Rothwell for his induction into the New York State Stock Car Association Hall of Fame on May 4, 2025. The measure recognizes Rothwell’s achievements and contributions to motorsports within New York. The bill has been adopted, indicating formal legislative approval and ceremonial acknowledgement.

Purpose and Intent

  • Officially commend Jim Rothwell in recognition of his induction into the NYS Stock Car Association Hall of Fame.
  • Acknowledge Rothwell’s impact on the sport of stock car racing and his contributions to the New York racing community.
  • Provide a formal record of appreciation within the state legislative history.

Key Provisions (typical for a resolution of this nature)

  • Expresses the legislature’s congratulations and commendation to Jim Rothwell.
  • Recognizes the significance of Rothwell’s induction on May 4, 2025.
  • May direct the Clerk of the appropriate house to transmit a copy of the resolution to Rothwell and/or his family as a ceremonial tribute.
  • Contains no fiscal obligations or changes to statutory law; purely ceremonial in nature.

Affected Parties

  • Primary: Jim Rothwell, recognized for his induction into the NYS Stock Car Association Hall of Fame.
  • The broader New York motorsports community, which gains formal recognition by the state.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduced: May 8, 2025.
  • Classification: Resolution (ceremonial designation).
  • Legislative actions:
    • May 8, 2025: Referred to Finance (typical for ceremonial bills; no fiscal impact anticipated).
    • May 13, 2025: Reported to calendar for consideration (appears twice in the action log).
    • May 13, 2025: Adopted (appears twice in the action log), indicating passage by the legislature.
  • Status: Adopted.

Sponsor

  • Primary sponsor: Joseph A. Griffo.

Notes and Context

  • As a resolution, the bill does not create enforceable laws or new state programs; it serves as formal recognition and a ceremonial tribute.
  • The induction date cited in the title (May 4, 2025) precedes the bill’s introduction and reflects the timing of Rothwell’s Hall of Fame honor.
  • The record shows the bill progressed through standard committee and calendar steps before adoption.

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

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