New York Assembly Bill K01207

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 4/27/26
• Passed: 4/27/26

Caption

Congratulating Randal B. Caldwell upon the occasion of his retirement after many years of distinguished service to the people of the State of New York

Summary

This resolution is a ceremonial measure honoring Randal B. Caldwell upon his retirement after a long career in public service in New York. It recites his service as a Family Court Judge, Acting Supreme Court Justice, Supervising Family Court Judge, Acting Surrogate Judge, County Attorney for Oneida County, Assistant District Attorney, town attorney, and private practitioner, along with his teaching roles at Mohawk Valley Community College and Utica College. The resolution also highlights his broader community involvement, including decades of service with the Maynard Volunteer Fire Department, leadership in youth athletics, and assistance to firefighter organizations and law enforcement. It emphasizes his work on juvenile treatment, child welfare court improvement, domestic violence matters, and other judicial initiatives, framing his career as one marked by fairness, integrity, and public safety.

Impact

As a simple congratulatory resolution, this bill does not change state law, create new programs, or amend any statutes. Its practical effect is limited to formally recognizing Randal B. Caldwell’s retirement and directing that an engrossed copy of the resolution be transmitted to him. The measure affects no regulated parties or government agencies beyond the symbolic acknowledgment by the Legislature.

Sentiment

The overall sentiment is strongly positive and appreciative. The resolution is written in laudatory terms, repeatedly praising Caldwell’s professionalism, dedication, and community service, and there is no evidence of opposition, controversy, or recorded dissent in the provided materials. The absence of votes or committee debate suggests it was treated as a noncontroversial honorary resolution.

Contention

There are no notable points of contention in the bill text or accompanying context. Because the measure is purely ceremonial, it does not appear to raise policy disagreements, fiscal concerns, or legal disputes. Any discussion would likely center only on Caldwell’s qualifications and the scope of his public service, rather than on the substance of legislation.