New York Assembly Bill K01060

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/17/26
• Passed: 3/17/26

Caption

Congratulating the Pavilion/York Air Rifle Team upon the occasion of winning the New York State Rifle Invitational Championship in the Three-Position Event

Summary

This resolution is a ceremonial measure that congratulates the Pavilion/York Air Rifle Team for winning the New York State Rifle Invitational Championship in the Three-Position Event. It recognizes the team’s program-record score, undefeated league season, Section V titles, and individual accomplishments by team members, including standout performances in prone, kneeling, and standing positions. The resolution also praises Head Coach Jenny Harkins for her role in developing the athletes’ skills, discipline, and teamwork. The resolution does not change state law, create new programs, or appropriate funds. Its effect is limited to official legislative recognition and commendation, with copies of the resolution to be sent to the team, coach, and school officials. As a result, the bill’s practical impact is symbolic rather than regulatory, serving to honor student-athletes and their school community.

Impact

K01060 has no direct impact on the New York State Consolidated Laws or on regulatory policy. It is a nonbinding Assembly resolution that formally recognizes a scholastic sports achievement and directs that copies be transmitted to the team, coach, and school administrators. The only affected parties are the Pavilion/York Air Rifle Team, Head Coach Jenny Harkins, and the associated schools and athletic officials, who receive public acknowledgment from the Legislature.

Sentiment

The overall sentiment surrounding the resolution is strongly positive and celebratory. The text emphasizes athletic excellence, perseverance, sportsmanship, and the educational value of competitive sports, and there is no evidence of opposition or controversy in the available record. Because there were no committee transcripts or recorded votes provided, the available context suggests a straightforward, unanimous-style commendation with no apparent dissent.

Contention

There are no notable points of contention in the available materials. The resolution is purely honorary and does not involve policy disputes, fiscal issues, or legal changes. Any discussion would likely center on the appropriateness of recognizing a youth sports championship and the team’s accomplishments, but no objections or competing viewpoints are reflected in the bill text or context.