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NY J02729

Resolution

Status

Introduced

9/23/2024

Primary Sponsor

John Mannion

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Origin

Senate

2023-2024 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Crystie Weigand, a Spanish teacher and 26-year emergency medical technician, is designated as recipient of the Liberty Medal, the highest honor bestowed by the New York State Senate
  • On March 28, 2024, at North Rose-Wolcott Middle School, Weigand heard a commotion in a stairwell and found a colleague unresponsive, immediately performing CPR with assistance from school nurse Colleen Barron and an AED
  • A student had already called 911 before being asked, enabling prompt arrival of first responders and contributing to lifesaving efforts
  • The Liberty Medal recognizes individuals who have merited special commendation for exceptional, heroic, or humanitarian acts on behalf of fellow New Yorkers
  • The New York State Senate commends Weigand for her courageous and spontaneous heroic act that demonstrated compassion and concern for the welfare of others

Legislative Description

Commending Crystie Weigand upon the occasion of her 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

9/23/2024

Committee Referrals

Finance9/23/2024

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