Bill Text: NY J01060 | 2023-2024 | General Assembly | Introduced
Bill Title: Honoring Trooper Michael J. Winkelman upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Superintendent's Commendation Award by the New York State Police on May 17, 2023
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 1-0)
Status: (Passed) 2023-05-23 - ADOPTED [J01060 Detail]
Download: New_York-2023-J01060-Introduced.html
Senate Resolution No. 1060 BY: Senator ROLISON HONORING Trooper Michael J. Winkelman upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Superintendent's Commendation Award by the New York State Police on May 17, 2023 WHEREAS, It is incumbent upon the people of the State of New York to recognize and acknowledge those within our midst who have made significant contributions to the quality of life therein; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Trooper Michael J. Winkelman upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Superintendent's Commendation Award by the New York State Police to be celebrated at its 47th Annual Superintendent's Commendation and Awards Day Ceremony on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at the State Police Academy in Albany, New York; and WHEREAS, This prestigious award was established to honor outstanding individuals, dedicated to their service to law enforcement, whose valiant efforts protect the people of New York State; and WHEREAS, On September 22, 2022, Trooper Michael J. Winkelman acted bravely in the line of duty to rescue a teenage driver from a fiery accident, where the 17-year-old driver crashed into a barn and it became engulfed in flames; and WHEREAS, Despite the many safety hazards present at the scene, Trooper Michael J. Winkelman's decisive and life-saving actions exemplify the finest traditions of New York State Police; and WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individual for the benefit of others which Trooper Michael J. Winkelman has displayed throughout his life; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who enhance the well-being and vitality of their community and have shown a long and sustained commitment to excellence certainly have earned the recognition and applause of all the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Trooper Michael J. Winkelman upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Superintendent's Commendation Award by the New York State Police on May 17, 2023; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Trooper Michael J. Winkelman.