New York Senate Bill J02083

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 5/11/26
• Refer: 5/11/26
• Report Pass: 5/12/26
• Passed: 5/12/26

Caption

Commemorating the four-year Anniversary of the shooting at Tops Friendly Markets in Buffalo, New York, on May 14, 2026, and honoring the victims, survivors, families, and community at large in the wake of this de

Summary

Senate Resolution No. 2083 is a commemorative resolution marking the four-year anniversary of the May 14, 2022 mass shooting at Tops Friendly Markets on Jefferson Avenue in Buffalo. The resolution honors the 10 people killed, the injured survivors, and the broader East Buffalo community affected by the attack, while also recognizing the first responders and community organizations involved in recovery and remembrance efforts. The resolution highlights planned anniversary observances, including a citywide day of service and remembrance, a memorial gathering, and other community events intended to support healing and solidarity. It also references the May 14th Memorial Commission and its stated mission to combat racism and promote a future free from hatred and bigotry. The measure frames the tragedy as an act of domestic terrorism and a reminder of the need to condemn racism and violence. As a resolution, the measure does not amend the Penal Law, General Municipal Law, or any other state statute, and it does not create new regulatory or funding obligations. Its legal effect is limited to the Legislature formally expressing sympathy, remembrance, and support for Buffalo and the affected families and community members. The general sentiment surrounding the resolution is strongly supportive and solemn. The text emphasizes unity, compassion, gratitude for first responders, and solidarity with Buffalo, and there is no recorded committee debate or vote history indicating opposition. The tone is commemorative and affirming, focused on honoring victims and survivors and reinforcing opposition to racism, domestic terrorism, and hate. No specific points of contention appear in the available record. Because there are no transcripts or votes, there is no evidence of disagreement over the resolution’s language or purpose; the measure appears to be a noncontroversial memorial resolution.

Impact

This resolution has no direct legal impact on state law and does not alter any statutes, agency powers, or local government duties. Its effect is symbolic and declaratory: it places the Legislature on record commemorating the Buffalo Tops shooting, honoring victims and survivors, and recognizing community remembrance efforts and anti-racism initiatives.

Sentiment

The sentiment is overwhelmingly respectful, mournful, and supportive. The resolution expresses sympathy for the victims and their families, gratitude for first responders, and solidarity with Buffalo, while condemning racism, domestic terrorism, and hatred. No opposition, amendments, or recorded controversy appear in the available materials.

Contention

No notable contention is evident in the bill text or available legislative history. The resolution is a commemorative measure, and there are no committee transcripts, recorded votes, or other materials showing disagreement. The only substantive themes are remembrance, community healing, and condemnation of hate-driven violence.