K 394: Congratulating the University at Buffalo Women's Basketball Team upon the occasion of winning the Women's National Invitation Tournament Championship on April 5, 2025
The legislative body congratulates the university at buffalo women's basketball team on their win of the women's national invitation tournament championship. This achievement is a rare and highly sought-after accomplishment in college sports, demonstrating excellence and setting an example for young athletes. The team's dedication, determination, and teamwork have contributed to their success, and their coach, Becky Burke, has played a crucial role in guiding them to this historic win. The team's impressive record of 30 wins, including a program record, is a testament to their hard work and commitment. The legislative body recognizes the importance of athletic competition in enhancing the moral and physical development of young athletes, and they praise the team for their outstanding performance.
- What is the current status of K 394?
- As of September 28, 2025, K 394 is recorded as "Chaptered/Signed": it has been signed by the Governor and chaptered into law. The last recorded action, on April 29, 2025, was "adopted".
- Did K 394 pass?
- Yes. K 394 passed both houses and was signed into law (last action April 29, 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 K 394, and where is it now?
- K 394 was authored by Asm. Karen McMahon.
| Apr. 29, 2025 | adopted |
Assembly Resolution No. 394 BY: M. of A. McMahon CONGRATULATING the University at Buffalo Women's Basketball Team upon the occasion of winning the Women's National Invitation Tournament Championship on April 5, 2025 WHEREAS, Individual and team championships are highly sought after in college 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 the University at Buffalo Women's Basketball Team upon the occasion of winning the Women's National Invitation Tournament (WNIT) Championship; to the praise and applause of their excited fans, the Bulls defeated Troy in an 88-84 victory in front of a record crowd to win the Championship on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at University at Buffalo's Alumni Arena; and WHEREAS, Proudly donning the school's colors of white and blue, family, friends, and the community at large loyally and enthusiastically supported the Bulls throughout their journey as they ended their season with an impressive 30-7 overall record; and WHEREAS, A truly historic occasion, this momentous win marks the first ever WNIT Championship win for the University at Buffalo; this season's impressive record of 30 wins is also a program record; and WHEREAS, In a sport such as basketball, which demands athletic prowess, speed and agility, Head Coach Becky Burke and her skilled 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 court; and WHEREAS, Head Coach Becky Burke and all the outstanding athletes on the University at Buffalo Women's 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 University at Buffalo Women's Basketball Team: Mallory Daly, Noelani Cornfield, Sitota Gines, Kirsten Lewis-Williams, Paula Lopez, Makenna Shaffer, Ariana Seawell, Caylen Spano, Terah Harness, Jordyn Beaty, Chellia Watson; Head Coach Becky Burke; Associate Head Coach Jacey Brooks; Assistant Coaches James Ewing and Erin Sinnott; and dedicated support staff members Sarah Tranelli, Jake Shaver, Kayleah Mcguire, and Ella Unger on their outstanding season and overall team record; and be it further RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the members of the University at Buffalo Women's Basketball Team, Head Coach Becky Burke, Associate Head Coach Jacey Brooks; Assistant Coaches James Ewing and Erin Sinnott, and the team's support staff.