New York Senate Bill J01900

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 4/16/26
• Refer: 4/16/26
• Report Pass: 4/21/26
• Passed: 4/21/26

Caption

Honoring Ex-Chief Robert McEvoy upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to Oyster Bay Fire Company No. 1

Summary

This resolution honors Ex-Chief Robert McEvoy for 50 years of dedicated service to Oyster Bay Fire Company No. 1. It recognizes his designation for special recognition at the company’s Installation Dinner and notes that he will also receive the Firefighter of the Year Award. The resolution praises his commitment, integrity, professionalism, and role-model service to his fellow firefighters and community. 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 public agency or private party. Its practical effect is to formally commend an individual volunteer firefighter and direct that an engrossed copy of the resolution be transmitted to him.

Impact

J01900 has no direct impact on state statutes or regulatory law because it is a nonbinding honorary resolution. Its effect is limited to official legislative recognition of Ex-Chief Robert McEvoy and public acknowledgment of volunteer firefighters and the Oyster Bay Fire Company No. 1 community.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding the resolution is strongly positive and unanimous in tone. The text is celebratory and appreciative, emphasizing gratitude for volunteer firefighters’ courage, sacrifice, and community service. No votes, committee transcripts, or recorded opposition are provided, and nothing in the bill suggests controversy.

Contention

There is no notable policy contention in the bill itself, because it is an honorary resolution focused on recognition rather than legislation. The only substantive emphasis is on praise for volunteer firefighters and McEvoy’s long service, with no competing viewpoints, fiscal concerns, or legal objections reflected in the available record.