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NY J03341

Resolution

Status

Passed

12/28/2020

Primary Sponsor

Daphne Jordan

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Origin

Senate

2019-2020 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Joseph L. Bruno, former New York State Senator from Brunswick, died on October 6, 2020, at age 91
  • Served as New York State Senate Majority Leader for 14 years and represented the 43rd District (Rensselaer and part of Saratoga counties) beginning in 1976
  • Key legislative achievements included the "Lemon Law" (Motor Vehicle Warranty Replacement or Refund Act) in 1978 and an indoor smoking ban amendment in 2003
  • Directed millions of dollars to Upstate New York development, including the Rensselaer Rail Station, Hudson Valley Community College stadium, and GlobalFoundries computer-chip fabrication plant
  • Legislative Body expresses condolences to his family and recognizes his dedication to economic development, criminal justice reform, and support for middle-class taxpayers and labor unions

Legislative Description

Mourning the death of former New York State Senator Joseph L. Bruno, dedicated political leader and strong advocate for the people of this great Empire State

Last Action

ADOPTED

12/28/2020

Committee Referrals

Finance10/16/2020

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