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Mourning the death of Reverend Frank Alagna, distinguished citizen, admired advocate, and devoted member of his community

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Michelle Hinchey

The resolution honors Reverend Frank Alagna for his lifelong faith-based service and advocacy for immigrant rights and community welfare.

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Bill Summary · J 1913

Summary: Senate Resolution No. 1913 (2025-2026) – Mourning Reverend Frank Alagna

Purpose

  • The bill is a Senate Resolution honouring and mourning the death of Reverend Frank Alagna, known as Father Frank, a longtime community leader in Rhinecliff, New York.
  • It recognizes his life, work, and advocacy on behalf of immigrants, social justice, and humanitarian aid in Ulster County.
  • The resolution expresses respect and gratitude and directs that a copy be transmitted to his family.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Formal acknowledgment by the New York State Senate of Reverend Alagna’s contributions as:
    • A priest and pastor with a career spanning multiple Episcopal congregations in the Hudson Valley (Staatsburg, Beacon, Kingston) and involvement in pastoral counseling.
    • A social justice advocate who helped lead Kingston’s designation as a Sanctuary City.
    • Co-founder of the Ulster Immigrant Defense Network (UI DN) in 2017, playing a central role in supporting immigrant families through sanctuary, advocacy, and mutual aid.
    • A leader who fostered protections and services for immigrant communities, guiding volunteers and coordinating resources to assist families navigating legal and social systems.
  • The resolution emphasizes his commitment to human rights, dignity for immigrants, and active outreach to marginalized populations.

Who/What Would Be Affected

  • Primarily ceremonial impact within the New York State Legislature.
  • The bill serves to publicly acknowledge Reverend Alagna’s life and service.
  • A copy of the engrossed resolution would be sent to his family.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Action History: The measure has been referred to the Senate Finance Committee as of April 16, 2026.
  • Sponsor: Senator Michelle Hinchey (with co-sponsor noted as Hinchey in the bill’s roster for this resolution).

Notable Context

  • This is a commemorative resolution, not a statute or law directly altering rights or imposing new duties.
  • It highlights:
    • The blending of religious ministry with social advocacy.
    • The importance of sanctuary and immigrant rights work in Ulster County.
    • The impact of grassroots volunteer coalitions in supporting vulnerable communities.

Bottom Line

  • Senate Resolution 1913 honors Reverend Frank Alagna’s life, faith-based service, and advocacy for immigrant rights and community welfare, and it memorializes him as a “distinguished citizen, admired advocate, and devoted member of his community.” It contributes to the historical record of the State’s recognition of local leaders who advanced human rights and social justice.

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

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