J 1150: Recognizing Shayna Blumenfeld for her exceptional service to her community

 Senate Resolution No. 1150 BY: Senator MARTINS RECOGNIZING Shayna Blumenfeld for her exceptional service to her community WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize that the quality and character of life in the communities across New York State are reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of those individuals who would devote themselves to the welfare of the community and its citizenry; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to recognize Shayna Blumenfeld for her exceptional service to her community, to celebrated upon the occasion of her graduation from Schreiber High School in Port Washington, New York on Thursday, June 26, 2025; and WHEREAS, Shayna Blumenfeld began her work with Kyra's Champions-a not for profit organization focused on stopping child abuse and child murder through policy change-in junior high school; and WHEREAS, The countless hours Shayna Blumenfeld has spent volunteering with the organization have been meaningful and inspiring; in association with Kyra's Champions, Shayna Blumenfeld has opened major press conferences and rallies for Kyra's Law; has been featured on PIX11, News 12, and Newsday; has testified before New York State commissions on child abuse prevention; and has co-chaired high-profile community initiatives with powerful public remarks; and WHEREAS, An admirable voice for the voiceless, Shayna Blumenfeld has been honored with multiple awards for activism and leadership, was named one of Long Island's "Top 40 Under 40" by Blank Slate Media, and served as the inspiration behind the Kyra's Champions Student Advocacy Program; and WHEREAS, Within every community, there are inevitably some individuals who, by virtue of their energy, vision, and dedication, command the greatest respect among their peers, colleagues, and community at large; Shayna Blumenfeld is one such individual; and WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to commend individuals of outstanding character who have shown unwavering initiative and commitment toward supporting and uplifting members of their community, acting as role models of leadership to be emulated by their peers; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to recognize Shayna Blumenfeld for her exceptional service to her community; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Shayna Blumenfeld.