New York Senate Bill J00840

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 4/22/25
• Refer: 4/22/25
• Report Pass: 4/29/25
• Passed: 4/29/25

Caption

Commending Clyde Castle upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition by the Lake Delta Kiwanis Club of Rome

Summary

This resolution commends Clyde "Chip" Castle of Rome, New York, upon being selected for special recognition by the Lake Delta Kiwanis Club of Rome at its 8th Annual Veteran's Recognition Dinner. The resolution recounts his military service in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, including his work as a radio operator and communications coordinator with the 8th Combat Engineer Battalion, 1st Cavalry Division, and notes the decorations he received for that service. The measure also highlights Castle’s post-service life and community involvement, including his education at Mohawk Valley Community College, his work as a remodeling carpenter and contractor, and his long-standing civic and veterans-related service. It specifically recognizes his roles with the Point Rock Cemetery Association, Point Rock United Methodist Church, the 1st Cavalry Association, Lee Legion Post 1794, and his work coordinating Memorial Day flag placement, maintaining veterans’ burial records, and supporting Wreaths Across America.

Impact

As a Senate resolution, this measure does not change substantive state law or create new legal obligations. Its effect is ceremonial: it places the New York State Senate’s formal recognition on Clyde Castle’s military service and community contributions and directs that an engrossed copy of the resolution be transmitted to him. The resolution may also serve to publicly honor veterans and reinforce state support for veterans’ remembrance activities and local commemorative organizations.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding the resolution is strongly positive and respectful. The text is celebratory throughout, emphasizing patriotism, military sacrifice, community service, and the importance of honoring veterans. No votes, committee transcripts, or recorded objections are provided, and the resolution’s tone indicates broad appreciation rather than controversy.

Contention

There is no apparent substantive contention in the bill text or available context. Because the measure is a ceremonial commendation, it does not present policy disputes, fiscal concerns, or legal disagreements. The only notable emphasis is on the broader principle that veterans deserve recognition, which is presented as a shared and noncontroversial value.