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J 586: Congratulating the Glens Falls High School Boys Basketball Team upon the occasion of capturing the 2025 NYSPHSAA Class A Boys Basketball Championship

New York · Senate · 2025–2026 Legislative Session · last verified September 28, 2025

What J 586 does, verified September 28, 2025

The legislative body congratulates the Glen Falls High School boys basketball team on capturing the Class A boys basketball championship in New York State. This achievement is highly sought after in school sports and is a testament to the team's dedication, determination, and teamwork. The team's victory, with a score of 77-57, clinched the second straight undefeated state championship basketball season. The team's coaches, including Rob Girard, and their incredible coaching staff played a crucial role in honing the skills of the outstanding athletes. The team's legacy is one of excellence, with a 54-game winning streak and a tradition of spirit that will last. The legislative body recognizes the team's accomplishments and congratulates them on their well-deserved recognition.

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Quick answers about J 586
What is the current status of J 586?
As of September 28, 2025, J 586 is recorded as "Chaptered/Signed": it has been signed by the Governor and chaptered into law. The last recorded action, on April 2, 2025, was "REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION".
Did J 586 pass?
Yes. J 586 passed both houses and was signed into law (last action April 2, 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 586, and where is it now?
J 586 was authored by Sen. Daniel Stec with 12 coauthors.
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Joseph AddabboJacob AshbyJamaal BaileyApril BaskinGeorge BorrelloJabari BrisportSamra BroukSiela BynoePatricia Canzoneri-FitzpatrickStephen ChanCordell CleareLeroy Comrie
Recent actions3 total · showing 3
Apr. 02, 2025REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION
Apr. 02, 2025ADOPTED
Mar. 26, 2025REFERRED TO FINANCE
Latest bill textIntroduced version, March 23, 2025 · 451 words
 Senate Resolution No. 586 BY: Senator STEC CONGRATULATING the Glens Falls High School Boys Basketball Team upon the occasion of capturing the 2025 NYSPHSAA Class A Boys Basketball Championship WHEREAS, Individual and team championships are highly sought after in 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 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 the Glens Falls High School Boys Basketball Team upon the occasion of capturing the 2025 NYSPHSAA Class A Boys Basketball Championship at Visions Veterans Memorial Arena in Binghamton, New York, on Sunday, March 23, 2025; and WHEREAS, To the applause of their excited fans, the Glens Falls Black Bears defeated the Mount Sinai Mustangs in a thrilling victory, finishing with a score of 77-57; this clinched the second straight undefeated State Championship basketball season; and WHEREAS, Family, friends, and the community loyally and enthusiastically supported the Black Bears as they finished 27-0 for the second straight year, giving the Section II team a 54-game winning streak and a legacy unmatched in Glens Falls team sports; and WHEREAS, In a sport, such as basketball, which demands athletic prowess, speed, and agility, Head Coach Rob Girard and his incredible coaching staff worked hard to hone the skills of this championship team, teaching these outstanding athletes lessons which will prove invaluable both on and off the field; and WHEREAS, Head Coach Rob Girard, the coaching staff and managers, and all the outstanding athletes on the Glens Falls High School Boys Basketball Team have clearly utilized dedication, determination, and teamwork in providing a lasting contribution to the spirit of excellence which is a tradition of their school; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to congratulate the members of the Glens Falls High School Boys Basketball Team: Jordan Baker, Jacob Barber, Michael Blakely, Jake Burns, Kellen Driscoll, Brody Holcomb, Oscar Lilac, Luke MacDougall, Ralphael Maldonado, Bryce McClenning, Chase McTague, Aiden Prunty, Collin Woodell, and Jeffery Woodell upon the occasion of capturing the 2025 NYSPHSAA Class A Boys Basketball Championship; and be it further RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the members of the Glens Falls High School Boys Basketball Team; Managers, Claire Cygan and Tyrell Gooden; and Coaches, Rob Girard, Cam Girard, Sonny McTiernan, Dan Hall, Jr., Stephen Zurlo, and Trent Girard. 
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