New York Senate Bill J01761

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/18/26
• Refer: 3/18/26
• Report Pass: 3/24/26
• Passed: 3/24/26

Caption

Congratulating the Farmingdale High School Varsity Cheer Team upon the occasion of winning the New York State Class A Championship

Summary

This resolution is a ceremonial measure honoring the Farmingdale High School Varsity Cheer Team for winning the New York State Class A Championship on March 7, 2026, in Binghamton. It recognizes the team’s season-long success, including prior near-championship finishes, and praises the athletes, coaches Caitlin Beatrice and Amanda Licata, and the broader school community for their dedication, teamwork, and support. The resolution highlights the educational and character-building value of high school athletics, emphasizing discipline, fair play, healthy living, and perseverance. It specifically names the team members and directs that copies of the resolution be formally transmitted to the team and coaches as an official legislative commendation.

Impact

This resolution does not amend state law, create new legal requirements, or appropriate funds. Its effect is limited to official recognition by the Legislature, with no direct impact on statutes, regulations, or public programs. The practical consequence is symbolic: it places the team’s achievement into the legislative record and formally honors the individuals involved.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding the bill is unanimously positive and celebratory. The resolution uses strong commendatory language to praise the team’s athletic achievement, hard work, and teamwork, and there is no indication of opposition or controversy. Because no votes or committee transcripts are provided, the available record suggests the measure was noncontroversial and intended as a routine honorific resolution.

Contention

There are no notable points of contention in the text or available legislative history. The resolution is purely ceremonial, and the only substantive content is praise for the team, coaches, and school community. No lawmakers, committees, or outside parties are shown to have raised objections, and no policy dispute is implicated.