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NY J02709

Resolution

Status

Introduced

6/24/2024

Primary Sponsor

Michelle Hinchey

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Origin

Senate

2023-2024 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Commends Radioman Third Class Frank William Degenhardt posthumously for receiving the New York State Senate Liberty Medal, the state's highest individual honor

  • Degenhardt served in the U.S. Navy during World War II in the Pacific Theater, earning multiple military decorations including the Asiatic Pacific Campaign Medal and Philippine Liberation Medal

  • After military service, Degenhardt worked as an Emmy-winning Technical Director for ABC Television and later served as a judge and chaplain in Columbia County

  • Liberty Medal award ceremony scheduled for June 10, 2024, at the Columbia County Office Building in Hudson, New York, by the Columbia County Honor a Veteran Committee

  • Degenhardt (1925-2019) is survived by his wife Jessie, four children, three grandchildren, and one great-grandchild

Legislative Description

Commending Radioman 3rd Class Frank William Degenhardt posthumously upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of a Liberty Medal, the highest honor bestowed upon an individual by the New York State Senate

Last Action

REFERRED TO FINANCE

6/24/2024

Committee Referrals

Finance6/24/2024

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