New York Assembly Bill K00356

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 4/16/25
• Passed: 4/17/25

Caption

Congratulating Sam Ferraguto upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors, on April 24, 2025

Summary

This resolution is a ceremonial measure congratulating Sam Ferraguto on earning the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest honor in Scouting America, and recognizing his Eagle Court of Honor scheduled for April 24, 2025. The resolution recounts his Scouting background, including his move from North Carolina to New York City, his membership in Troop 662, and the completion of the service project required for Eagle Scout. It emphasizes the character, leadership, and perseverance associated with the Eagle Scout rank. The resolution also highlights Ferraguto’s community service project in Queens, where he installed puncheons on the Willow Lake Trail in Flushing Meadows Park to improve accessibility. It notes that he raised the funds for the project, donated leftover money to the Natural Areas Conservancy, and recruited more than 20 Scouts to help complete the work. The measure ends by formally directing that a copy of the resolution be transmitted to him as a matter of legislative recognition.

Impact

This resolution does not change state law, create new programs, or impose any regulatory or fiscal requirements. Its effect is limited to an official legislative commendation entered into the record by the Assembly, honoring an individual constituent and recognizing the civic value of Scouting and volunteer service. The only practical impact is symbolic, though it publicly acknowledges a local accessibility improvement project in a New York City park.

Sentiment

The sentiment around the resolution is uniformly positive and celebratory. The bill frames Ferraguto’s achievement as an example of youth leadership, service, and perseverance, and the language reflects strong institutional support for Scouting and community-minded civic engagement. No votes, committee objections, or opposing views are provided in the available context.

Contention

There is no notable policy contention in the text or context because this is a noncontroversial honorary resolution. The measure does not appear to have generated debate, amendments, or recorded opposition. Any discussion would likely center only on the merits of the honoree’s accomplishment and the community benefit of the trail-access project, rather than on legislative disagreement.