New York Senate Bill J00354

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/12/25
• Refer: 2/12/25

Caption

Honoring Stacey D. Stewart upon the occasion of her recognition at The Positive Community Media's 6th Annual Great American Emancipation Day Awards Celebration on February 22, 2025

Summary

Senate Resolution No. 354 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Stacey D. Stewart, the CEO of Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), for being recognized at The Positive Community Media's 6th Annual Great American Emancipation Day Awards Celebration on February 22, 2025. The resolution praises her leadership, advocacy, and public service, particularly her work to advance public safety, health equity, victim support, and efforts to prevent impaired driving. The measure does not create, amend, or repeal any state law. Instead, it directs the Senate to formally recognize Stewart's achievements and to transmit an engrossed copy of the resolution to her. Its practical effect is symbolic, serving as an official expression of appreciation and commendation from the Legislature.

Impact

This resolution has no regulatory or fiscal impact and does not change any statutes or legal obligations. Its effect is limited to formal legislative recognition of Stacey D. Stewart and, by extension, support for MADD's mission to reduce drunk and drugged driving, promote prevention, and assist victims and survivors.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding the resolution is uniformly positive. The text is highly laudatory, emphasizing Stewart's visionary leadership, advocacy, and contributions to public safety and community well-being. No votes, committee objections, or opposing remarks are provided, and the available context suggests the resolution is a noncontroversial honorary measure.

Contention

There is no notable contention in the available materials. Because this is an honorary resolution, it does not appear to have generated policy debate, committee disagreement, or recorded opposition. The only substantive focus is on Stewart's recognition and the broader public-safety mission of Mothers Against Drunk Driving.