New York Senate Bill J01101

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 5/27/25
• Refer: 5/27/25
• Report Pass: 6/5/25
• Passed: 6/5/25

Caption

Commending Class of 2025 Valedictorian Deantaye Levy of Brooklyn Democracy Academy, in recognition of their outstanding accomplishments

Summary

This is a simple commendatory Senate Resolution honoring two graduating students from Brooklyn Democracy Academy: Class of 2025 Valedictorian Deantaye Levy and Salutatorian Eduardo Bautista. The resolution praises their academic achievement, school involvement, community service, and the example they set for their peers and community. It also marks their June 10, 2025 graduation and formally recognizes their accomplishments as worthy of legislative acknowledgment. The measure does not create new programs, impose requirements, or change public policy. Instead, it serves as a ceremonial expression of appreciation by the Senate, with a copy of the resolution to be transmitted to the honorees. Its effect is symbolic, adding official state recognition to the students’ achievements and reflecting the Legislature’s tradition of honoring young people who excel academically and civically.

Impact

The resolution has no direct impact on state law, regulations, or public spending. It does not amend any statutes, authorize funding, or affect the rights or obligations of any person or institution. Its only practical effect is to provide formal legislative recognition to the named students and to Brooklyn Democracy Academy as the setting for their achievements.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding the resolution is entirely positive and celebratory. The text frames the honorees as exemplary young leaders whose accomplishments bring honor to their families, school, and community. Because there are no recorded committee transcripts or votes showing opposition, the available context suggests a noncontroversial measure likely intended for unanimous or routine approval.

Contention

There are no notable points of contention in the available record. The resolution is honorary in nature, and no committee discussion or voting history indicates disagreement over the recognition. Any discussion would likely have centered only on the appropriateness of the commendation and the students’ achievements, rather than on policy or legal issues.