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K 493

Honoring President Harvey Stenger upon the occasion of his retirement after 13 years of distinguished service to Binghamton University

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Donna Lupardo

Ceremonial resolution commends Harvey Stenger for 13 years leading Binghamton University, expressing gratitude and best wishes to him, BU, and the regional community.

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Bill Summary · K 493

Summary: Bill K 493 – Honoring President Harvey Stenger on Retirement

Overview

Bill K 493 is a resolution adopted by the legislature to formally honor and recognize President Harvey Stenger upon his retirement after 13 years of service to Binghamton University. The resolution serves as a ceremonial tribute, acknowledging leadership and contributions rather than creating any legal obligations or funds.

  • Bill Number: K 493
  • Title: Honoring President Harvey Stenger upon the occasion of his retirement after 13 years of distinguished service to Binghamton University
  • Classification: Resolution (ceremonial)
  • Status: ADOPTED
  • Introduced: May 13, 2025
  • Legislative Action: Introduced and Adopted on May 13, 2025
  • Sponsor: Donna Lupardo (primary)

Purpose and Intent

  • To publicly acknowledge and celebrate the retirement of Harvey Stenger, recognizing 13 years of leadership at Binghamton University.
  • To highlight Stenger’s contributions to the university and the broader community, including areas such as academic leadership, student success, and regional engagement.
  • To express the legislature’s appreciation and best wishes for his future endeavors.

Key Provisions (What the bill does)

  • Expresses official commendation and congratulations to Harvey Stenger on the occasion of retirement.
  • Recognizes his leadership and service to Binghamton University and its stakeholders.
  • Sends best wishes for continued success in future endeavors.
  • The resolution is ceremonial and non-binding, with no fiscal appropriations or statutory changes.

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Individual: Harvey Stenger (recipient of the tribute)
  • Institutions: Binghamton University and its community (students, faculty, staff, alumni)
  • Community/Region: The broader local and regional community connected to the university, which gains formal acknowledgment of Stenger’s contributions.
  • Legislature: Adds a ceremonial record recognizing notable local/academic leadership.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • The bill was introduced and adopted on the same date: May 13, 2025.
  • As a resolution, it serves as a formal statement of recognition rather than a law or policy change.
  • Primary sponsor: Donna Lupardo.

Suggested Language (for clarity)

  • Be it resolved, by the , that it honors Harvey Stenger on the occasion of his retirement after 13 years of distinguished service to Binghamton University; expresses gratitude for his leadership, dedication to student success, and commitment to the university and regional community; and extends best wishes for his future endeavors.

This summary captures the essential intent, provisions, and impact of Bill K 493 as adopted.

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

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