New York Senate Bill J01811

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/19/26
• Refer: 3/19/26
• Report Pass: 3/24/26
• Passed: 3/24/26

Caption

Honoring Firefighter Gerald Robert upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 35 years of dedicated service to the Rouses Point Fire Department

Summary

This resolution honors Firefighter Gerald Robert for 35 years of dedicated service to the Rouses Point Fire Department. It recognizes his long tenure, leadership roles, including his service as president, and his work on several committees, describing him as a dedicated and selfless volunteer who has consistently supported his community. The resolution is ceremonial and does not create or amend any state law. Its purpose is to formally commend Gerald Robert and direct that an engrossed copy of the resolution be transmitted to him in recognition of his special honor at the Rouses Point Fire Department Annual Awards Banquet.

Impact

J01811 has no regulatory or fiscal impact and does not change the New York State statutes. It is a commemorative Senate resolution that serves to publicly acknowledge an individual volunteer firefighter and the broader value of volunteer fire service, without affecting rights, duties, or agency operations.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding the resolution is strongly positive and appreciative. The text emphasizes admiration for volunteer firefighters, their bravery, and their sacrifices, and the available record shows no recorded opposition, committee controversy, or dissenting votes. The measure appears to be a routine honorary resolution with broad goodwill.

Contention

There is no notable policy contention in the available materials. Because the resolution is purely honorary, any discussion would likely center on recognition of Gerald Robert’s service and the importance of volunteer firefighters generally, rather than on disputed legislative issues. No committee transcript or vote record indicates disagreement.