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J2542Senate2019-2020 SessionResolution

Honor Gertrude’s 100th Birthday

Official title

“Congratulating Gertrude Silverman upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th Birthday”

Sponsor Jen MetzgerSD-42
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution congratulates Gertrude Silverman on the occasion of her 100th birthday and honors her contributions to the community.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the value of senior citizens. by explicitly recognizing their ongoing contributions, experience, and importance to community life, reinforcing respect for elders in public policy and culture.

  2. Publicly honors personal milestones as community achievements,. emphasizing the impact that individuals like Gertrude Silverman have on family, friends, and the broader society through their wisdom, resilience, and positive influence.

  3. Connects individual life stories to broader historical and social progress,. acknowledging that centenarians have witnessed—and contributed to—a century of change and innovation, linking personal longevity to the collective memory and growth of the state.

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Honor Gertrude’s 100th Birthday

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Jen Metzger

Senator · Senate District 42

Chair, Agriculture

No co-sponsors yet.

History

  1. Adopted
  2. Reported to calendar for consideration
  3. Referred to finance

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 2542 BY: Senator METZGER CONGRATULATING Gertrude Silverman upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th Birthday WHEREAS, Senior citizens bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to the increasingly active roles they play in today's… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 2542 BY: Senator METZGER CONGRATULATING Gertrude Silverman upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th Birthday WHEREAS, Senior citizens bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to the increasingly active roles they play in today's society; their past contributions and future participation are a vital part of, and valuable asset to, the fabric of community life and activity; and WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to commemorate and recognize certain milestones celebrated by citizens of this great Empire State; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to congratulate Gertrude Silverman upon the occasion of her 100th Birthday to be celebrated on July 30, 2020; and WHEREAS, Gertrude Silverman, with her zest for life, has inspired and enhanced the lives of her family and friends; and WHEREAS, This exceptional centenarian has experienced the incredible joys and sorrows characteristic of and reserved for those with the stamina and courage to savor a full life; and WHEREAS, Gertrude Silverman has enriched the lives of those around her through her joyous and sincere love for others and through the quiescent charm and wisdom which comes only from a fullness of years; and WHEREAS, It is the intent of this Legislative Body to publicly recognize those who have reached such a remarkable age and who have witnessed and celebrated the innovations, cultural developments and awesome achievements of this country during the last Century, while themselves contributing to the growth and excellence of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to congratulate Gertrude Silverman upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th Birthday; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Gertrude Silverman.

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