New York Senate Bill J01873

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 4/14/26
• Refer: 4/14/26
• Report Pass: 4/21/26
• Passed: 4/21/26

Caption

Honoring Donald Miron upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 40 years of dedicated service to Williston Park Fire Department

Summary

This resolution honors Donald Miron for 40 years of dedicated service to the Williston Park Fire Department. It recognizes his long tenure in Hook and Ladder Company No. 2, his service as Vice President, and his continued good standing and professionalism since joining the department in 1985. The resolution also notes that he will be specially recognized at the department’s Annual Inspection and Inspection Dinner. The measure is a ceremonial legislative resolution rather than a policy bill. It does not amend state law, create new programs, or change the duties, rights, or funding of any agency or local government. Its effect is limited to formally expressing the Senate’s appreciation and directing that an engrossed copy of the resolution be sent to Mr. Miron.

Impact

The resolution has no direct impact on state statutes, regulations, or public programs. Its practical effect is symbolic: it places the Senate’s recognition of a volunteer firefighter’s service into the official record and provides public commendation for the Williston Park Fire Department and volunteer fire service more broadly.

Sentiment

The sentiment around the resolution is strongly positive and appreciative. The bill text emphasizes courage, selflessness, community service, and professionalism, reflecting a celebratory tone typical of honorary resolutions. No votes or committee transcripts were provided, and there is no indication of opposition or controversy.

Contention

There are no notable points of contention in the available materials. Because this is an honorary resolution, it does not appear to raise policy disagreements, fiscal concerns, or legal disputes. The only substantive focus is the recognition of Donald Miron’s decades of volunteer fire service and the value of volunteer firefighters generally.