New York J 1154: Commending Class of 2023 Valedictorian Davianna David and Salutatorian Armari McKinney of the School of the Future Brooklyn

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J01154 Summary:

BILL NOJ01154 

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SAME ASNo Same As

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SPONSORHARCKHAM

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MLTSPNSR

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BILL NOJ01154 

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06/05/2025REFERRED TO FINANCE

06/10/2025REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION

06/10/2025ADOPTED

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Senate Resolution No. 1154

BY: Senator HARCKHAM

 CONGRATULATING Bohdan Balaban, Al Colbran, and
 Hugh Flynn upon the occasion of being named Grand
 Marshals of the Village of Croton-on-Hudson
 Summerfest celebration, and recognizing their
 distinguished service during the Korean War

 WHEREAS, Members of the Armed Forces of the United States, who have
served faithfully and courageously in times of war and peace, are
deserving of the highest commendation and recognition from the people of
this great State and Nation; and

 WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to congratulate
Bohdan Balaban, Al Colbran, and Hugh Flynn upon the occasion of their
designation as Grand Marshals of the Village of Croton-on-Hudson
Summerfest celebration in recognition of their service during the Korean
War conflict; and

 WHEREAS, The Korean War began on June 25, 1950, when communist North
Korea launched an invasion of the Republic of Korea with approximately
135,000 troops, threatening the sovereignty and stability of the Korean
Peninsula; and

 WHEREAS, In response to this unprovoked aggression, on June 27,
1950, President Harry S. Truman ordered the Armed Forces of the United
States to aid the Republic of Korea in its defense, in concert with the
forces of the United Nations and allied nations; and

 WHEREAS, During the course of the Korean War, approximately
1,789,000 members of the United States Armed Forces served in theater,
alongside soldiers from the Republic of Korea and 20 other allied
nations, to defend democracy, uphold international law, and counter
military aggression; and

 WHEREAS, The cost of this courageous service was great: 54,246
members of the United States Armed Forces lost their lives, including
33,739 in battle; over 103,000 were wounded, and more than 8,000 were
reported missing in action or as prisoners of war; and

 WHEREAS, Despite the cessation of active hostilities marked by the
armistice signed at Panmunjom on July 27, 1953, the Korean Peninsula
remains technically in a state of war, a reminder of the enduring
sacrifices made by those who served; and

 WHEREAS, The Korean War Veterans Recognition Act, signed into law on
July 27, 2009, ensures that the honorable service and noble sacrifice of
Korean War veterans will forever be remembered and honored by our
grateful nation; and

 WHEREAS, In the 75 years since the onset of the Korean War, the
Republic of Korea has emerged from the devastation of war into a
thriving democracy and global economic power, and remains a steadfast
ally of the United States, bound by shared sacrifice and common purpose;
and

 WHEREAS, Bohdan Balaban, Al Colbran, and Hugh Flynn, in being named
Grand Marshals of the Village of Croton-on-Hudson Summerfest, serve as
living symbols of courage, duty, and the enduring legacy of the Korean
War generation; and

 WHEREAS, These remarkable veterans exemplify the highest ideals of
patriotism and service, and their leadership, valor, and unwavering
commitment to freedom stand as an inspiration to all Americans; now,
therefore, be it

 RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
recognize and congratulate Bohdan Balaban, Al Colbran, and Hugh Flynn
upon the occasion of their designation as Grand Marshals of the Village
of Croton-on-Hudson Summerfest celebration, and to extend to them the
heartfelt appreciation and admiration of the people of the State of New
York for their honorable and distinguished service to our Nation; and be
it further

 RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Bohdan Balaban, Al Colbran, and Hugh Flynn.

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