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J 522: Congratulating Christian Jerome upon the occasion of capturing the NYSPHSAA Boys Swimming and Diving Championship in the 100-yard butterfly on March 8, 2025

New York · Senate · 2025–2026 Legislative Session · last verified May 25, 2025

What J 522 does, verified May 25, 2025

The legislative body congratulates Christian Jerome on capturing the NYSPhSAA boys swimming and diving championship in the 100-yard butterfly event on March 8, 2025. This achievement is highly sought after in high school sports and represents excellence in athletic competition. The resolution commends Christian Jerome's rare athletic achievement and recognizes his pursuit of excellence as an example for young athletes. The event showcased Christian Jerome's talent, which is largely due to the efforts of his head coach, Rob MacLeod. The resolution also highlights the values of teamwork, pride, and accomplishment that are instilled through sports competition.

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Quick answers about J 522
What is the current status of J 522?
As of May 25, 2025, J 522 is recorded as "Chaptered/Signed": it has been signed by the Governor and chaptered into law. The last recorded action, on March 25, 2025, was "REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION".
Did J 522 pass?
Yes. J 522 passed both houses and was signed into law (last action March 25, 2025). New York laws take effect on the date written into the bill, often immediately on signing or a set number of days afterward.
Who wrote J 522, and where is it now?
J 522 was authored by Sen. Jacob Ashby with 12 coauthors.
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Joseph AddabboJamaal BaileyApril BaskinGeorge BorrelloJabari BrisportSamra BroukSiela BynoePatricia Canzoneri-FitzpatrickStephen ChanCordell CleareLeroy ComrieJeremy Cooney
Recent actions3 total · showing 3
Mar. 25, 2025REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION
Mar. 25, 2025ADOPTED
Mar. 17, 2025REFERRED TO FINANCE
Latest bill textIntroduced version, March 8, 2025 · 360 words
 Senate Resolution No. 522 BY: Senator ASHBY CONGRATULATING Christian Jerome upon the occasion of capturing the NYSPHSAA Boys Swimming and Diving Championship in the 100-yard butterfly on March 8, 2025 WHEREAS, Individual and team championships are highly sought after in high school sports; this Legislative Body commends rare athletic achievements and pays special recognition to those who pursue such excellence and become examples for the youth of this great Empire State; and WHEREAS, Athletic competition helps to enhance both the moral and physical development of young athletes, preparing them for the future by instilling in them the importance of teamwork, encouraging a standard of healthy living, and developing a sense of fair play and competition; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to congratulate Christian Jerome upon the occasion of capturing the NYSPHSAA Boys Swimming and Diving Championship in the 100-yard butterfly at Ithaca College in Ithaca, New York, on Saturday, March 8, 2025; and WHEREAS, Representing Hoosic Valley, Christian Jerome clinched the 100-yard butterfly with an outstanding time of 48.04 seconds; and WHEREAS, Christian Jerome entered the meet with a 100-yard butterfly seed time of 48.17, then in the preliminaries, he secured the top spot for finals with a smooth 48.62; under the bright lights of the championship heat, he rose to the occasion, touching the wall in a personal-best time of 48.04 to claim the NYSPHSAA title for the 100-yard butterfly; and WHEREAS, The athletic talent displayed by this young man is due in great part to the efforts of Head Coach Rob MacLeod, a skilled and inspirational tutor, respected for his ability to develop potential into excellence; and WHEREAS, Sports competition instills the values of teamwork, pride and accomplishment, and Christian Jerome has clearly contributed to the spirit of excellence which is a tradition of his school; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to congratulate Christian Jerome upon the occasion of capturing the NYSPHSAA Boys Swimming and Diving Championship in the 100-yard butterfly on March 8, 2025; and be it further RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Christian Jerome, and Head Coach Rob MacLeod. 
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