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J 747: Commending the Institute for Community Living upon the occasion of hosting its Annual Gala on May 14, 2025
What J 747 does, verified September 28, 2025
The resolution commends the Institute for Community Living for its annual gala on May 14, 2025, and recognizes the organization's commitment to the well-being of others. The institute has been providing vital housing, health, and behavioral support services to over 13,000 individuals and families in New York State since its founding in 1986. The organization's mission is to address mental health challenges, homelessness, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders through person-centered, trauma-informed care. The gala serves as a celebration of the organization's enduring mission and a critical fundraiser to advance its work. The resolution praises the organization's leadership, particularly President and CEO Jody Rudin, and acknowledges the importance of community, compassion, and collaborative action in restoring hope and rebuilding lives.
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Quick answers about J 747
- What is the current status of J 747?
- As of September 28, 2025, J 747 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 747 pass?
- Yes. J 747 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 747, and where is it now?
- J 747 was authored by Sen. Kevin Parker.
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| Apr. 08, 2025 | REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION |
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| Apr. 04, 2025 | REFERRED TO FINANCE |
Latest bill textIntroduced version, May 14, 2025 · 380 words
Senate Resolution No. 747 BY: Senator PARKER COMMENDING the Institute for Community Living upon the occasion of hosting its Annual Gala on May 14, 2025 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and honor those organizations whose commitment and dedication to the well-being of others have significantly enhanced the quality of life for individuals and families across the State of New York; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern and fully in accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is proud to honor the Institute for Community Living upon the occasion of hosting its Annual Gala on Wednesday, May 14, 2025; and WHEREAS, Founded in 1986, the Institute for Community Living (ICL) has grown into one of New York State's most impactful human services organizations, providing vital housing, health, and behavioral support services to more than 13,000 individuals and families, throughout the five boroughs, annually; and WHEREAS, The 2025 Gala serves not only as a celebration of ICL's enduring mission but also as a critical fundraiser to advance its work in addressing mental health challenges, homelessness, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders, all while affirming the dignity and potential of every person it serves; and WHEREAS, Under the steadfast leadership of President and CEO Jody Rudin, ICL has been at the forefront of person-centered, trauma-informed care with innovative programming that breaks down silos between mental and physical health and promotes long-term wellness and recovery; and WHEREAS, The theme of the 2025 Gala, "Together, We Heal," underscores ICL's deep belief in the power of community, compassion, and collaborative action to restore hope and rebuild lives; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is proud to recognize the outstanding contributions of ICL to the social fabric of the State of New York and celebrate the organization's unwavering commitment to building a more equitable and supportive society for all; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor the Institute for Community Living, upon the occasion of hosting its Annual Gala on May 14, 2025, and to commend the organization for nearly four decades of transformative service; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Jody Rudin, President and CEO of the Institute for Community Living.
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