New York Senate Bill J01065

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 5/19/25
• Refer: 5/19/25
• Report Pass: 5/28/25
• Passed: 5/28/25

Caption

Honoring Parker Scanio upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Volunteer of the Year Award at the 7th Annual Lake Placid Community Day celebration on June 1, 2025

Summary

Senate Resolution No. 1065 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Parker Scanio for being named Volunteer of the Year at the 7th Annual Lake Placid Community Day celebration on June 1, 2025. The resolution recounts his extensive volunteer service, including more than 421 volunteer hours during middle and high school, participation in community events and organizations, and leadership roles in school and scouting activities. The resolution also highlights a senior capstone project in which Scanio helped revive local children’s theater after the COVID-19 pandemic by directing an elementary school production of Pinocchio. Overall, the bill is a formal commendation expressing legislative appreciation for his community service, leadership, and contributions to local youth and cultural life.

Impact

This resolution does not change state law, create new programs, or appropriate funds. Its legal effect is limited to an official legislative recognition entered into the record and transmitted to Parker Scanio. The practical impact is symbolic, reinforcing public acknowledgment of volunteerism and community engagement in Lake Placid and the broader New York State civic tradition.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding the resolution is strongly positive and celebratory. The text praises Scanio’s dedication, leadership, and selflessness, and frames his service as an example of the values the Legislature seeks to recognize. No opposition, controversy, or dissent is reflected in the provided materials, and there are no recorded votes or committee debates indicating disagreement.

Contention

There is no notable contention in the available record. Because this is a ceremonial honor resolution, it appears to have been noncontroversial and purely commendatory. The only substantive emphasis is on the breadth of Scanio’s volunteer work and his effort to restore children’s theater after the pandemic, which is presented as a point of praise rather than dispute.