Senate ResolutionChaptered/Signed
J 614: Honoring Fred Brescia, upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to Chanatry's Hometown Market, on April 18, 2025
What J 614 does, verified September 28, 2025
The legislative body honors Fred Brescia for his 50 years of dedicated service to his hometown market in Utica, New York. He has held various positions, including bagging groceries and stocking shelves, and has risen through the ranks to become a manager and head buyer for perishable departments. Fred Brescia is recognized for his exceptional service to customers, providing loyalty and dependable longevity. He is also praised for his dedication to his community, serving as a cornerstone of the Utica community since 1912. The legislative body acknowledges Fred Brescia's impressive dedication and loyalty, and a copy of the resolution is transmitted to him as a token of appreciation.
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Quick answers about J 614
- What is the current status of J 614?
- As of September 28, 2025, J 614 is recorded as "Chaptered/Signed": it has been signed by the Governor and chaptered into law. The last recorded action, on April 8, 2025, was "REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION".
- Did J 614 pass?
- Yes. J 614 passed both houses and was signed into law (last action April 8, 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 614, and where is it now?
- J 614 was authored by Sen. Joseph Griffo.
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| Apr. 08, 2025 | REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION |
| Apr. 08, 2025 | ADOPTED |
| Mar. 31, 2025 | REFERRED TO FINANCE |
Latest bill textIntroduced version, April 18, 2025 · 337 words
Senate Resolution No. 614 BY: Senator GRIFFO HONORING Fred Brescia, upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to Chanatry's Hometown Market, on April 18, 2025 WHEREAS, Individuals who give of their time and energies and serve the best interests of their communities are an asset beyond remuneration and cannot be sufficiently extolled; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Fred Brescia, upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to Chanatry's Hometown Market in Utica, New York, on Friday, April 18, 2025; and WHEREAS, While employed by Chanatry's Hometown Market for the past five decades, Fred Brescia has held many positions; from bagging groceries and stocking the shelves in every department, he has risen through the ranks within the supermarket; and WHEREAS, Fred Brescia has and continues to hold the positions of Frozen Foods Manager, Deli and Hot Foods Manager, and Head Buyer for all perishable departments; and WHEREAS, While he is not working, providing exceptional service to the patrons of Chanatry's Hometown Market, Fred Brescia enjoys spending time with his wife, Marilyn; his children, Vin and Erica; and his grandchildren, Gianna, Giovann, and Giuliano; he is a fan of the New York Yankees and the Las Vegas Raiders; and WHEREAS, Fred Brescia offers 50 years of experience, serving his customers and providing loyalty and dependable longevity while employed by Chanatry's Hometown Market, Mohawk Valley's award-winning supermarket and a cornerstone of the Utica community since 1912; and WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individual for the benefit of others which Fred Brescia has displayed throughout his life; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Fred Brescia, upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to Chanatry's Hometown Market, on April 18, 2025; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Fred Brescia.
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