New York Senate Bill J01787

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

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

Caption

Honoring Honorary Chief Andrew Martone Sr. upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Mineola Fire Department

Summary

This resolution honors Honorary Chief Andrew Martone Sr. for 50 years of dedicated service to the Mineola Fire Department. It recognizes his long-standing commitment to the department, including leadership and administrative roles such as Trustee, Secretary, Chairman of the By-Law Committee, and Financial Secretary, as well as his continued involvement in department events, parades, and committees. The resolution also highlights his family’s multi-generational ties to fire service and notes that he has welcomed his three sons into the department, including one who became an Ex-Chief and current Captain of Company 2. The measure is purely ceremonial and expresses the Legislature’s appreciation for firefighters’ public service, sacrifice, and community commitment, culminating in a directive to transmit an engrossed copy of the resolution to Andrew Martone Sr.

Impact

This resolution does not amend state law, create new programs, or change the duties, rights, or obligations of any person or agency. Its legal effect is limited to an official legislative commendation recognizing an individual firefighter and the Mineola Fire Department, with no statutory impact beyond the symbolic record of the honor.

Sentiment

The sentiment around the bill is uniformly positive and celebratory. The resolution uses strong praise for firefighters generally and for Andrew Martone Sr. specifically, emphasizing bravery, sacrifice, professionalism, and community service. There is no recorded opposition, committee debate, or vote history indicating any controversy.

Contention

There are no notable points of contention in the available materials. Because the measure is a nonbinding honorary resolution, it appears to have been treated as a straightforward tribute rather than a policy proposal. Any discussion would likely center on the appropriateness of the recognition and the honoree’s long service, but no objections or competing viewpoints are present in the record provided.