New York Senate Bill J01142

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 6/2/25
• Refer: 6/2/25
• Report Pass: 6/10/25
• Passed: 6/10/25

Caption

Commending Class of 2025 Valedictorian Soriah Johnson and Salutatorian Sihon Brown of Urban Action Academy, in recognition of their outstanding accomplishments

Summary

Senate Resolution No. 1142 is a ceremonial resolution that commends Class of 2025 Valedictorian Soriah Johnson and Salutatorian Sihon Brown of Urban Action Academy for their academic achievement, school involvement, and community service. The resolution frames their accomplishments as exemplary of the promise and potential of young people and recognizes the honor they have brought to their families, school, and community. The measure does not create, amend, or repeal any state law. Instead, it authorizes the Senate to formally recognize the two students and directs that copies of the resolution be transmitted to them as an official expression of commendation.

Impact

This resolution has no regulatory, fiscal, or legal effect on state statutes, agencies, or private parties. Its impact is purely honorary: it places the Senate’s formal recognition on the record and publicly celebrates the achievements of two Urban Action Academy students.

Sentiment

The sentiment around the resolution is wholly positive and celebratory. The bill text reflects strong praise for the students’ academic success and community contributions, and there is no recorded committee debate, opposition, or vote history indicating controversy.

Contention

There are no notable points of contention in the available record. Because this is a noncontroversial commendation resolution, no opposing viewpoints, amendments, or policy disagreements are reflected in the bill text, votes, or committee materials.