New York Senate Bill J00916

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 5/2/25
• Refer: 5/2/25
• Report Pass: 5/6/25
• Passed: 5/6/25

Caption

Honoring Raymond Harris upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition by the New York State Office for the Aging on May 27, 2025

Summary

Senate Resolution No. 916 is a ceremonial measure honoring Raymond Harris of Utica, New York, upon his special recognition by the New York State Office for the Aging at the Annual Older New Yorkers' Day Celebration on May 27, 2025. The resolution describes Harris as a dedicated volunteer and neighbor who regularly helps others in his apartment community by clearing snow, moving cars for plows, assisting stuck drivers, providing transportation to stores and medical appointments, cooking for those unable to do so, and helping organize and deliver food and baked goods. The resolution places Harris’s service in the broader context of the value of older New Yorkers and National Older Americans Month, emphasizing the contributions seniors make to their communities and to the state. It concludes by formally honoring him and directing that a copy of the resolution be transmitted to him. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not amend statutes, create programs, or change state law; its effect is symbolic recognition only.

Impact

This resolution has no direct legal or regulatory impact on state law, agencies, or private parties. It does not amend the Social Services Law, the Elder Law, or any other statute, and it imposes no duties, funding changes, or programmatic requirements. Its practical effect is to publicly recognize an individual and reinforce the state’s support for older adults and volunteer service.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding the resolution is strongly positive and celebratory. The text is entirely laudatory, portraying Raymond Harris as compassionate, selfless, and deeply committed to helping others, while also affirming the importance of older citizens to New York communities. Because there are no recorded votes or committee transcripts, there is no evidence of opposition or divided views in the available record.

Contention

There is no notable contention in the available materials. The measure is a noncontroversial honorary resolution, and the record provided contains no committee debate, amendments, or votes indicating disagreement. Any discussion implied by the text centers on praise for Harris’s volunteerism and on the broader recognition of older New Yorkers, rather than on policy disputes.