Bill Text: NY J00325 | 2025-2026 | General Assembly | Introduced

New York Senate Resolution 325

Introduced

Bill Title: Commending the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of New York upon the occasion of its 180th Annual Grand Session

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1-0)

Status: (Introduced) 2025-02-05 - REFERRED TO FINANCE [J00325 Detail]

Download: New_York-2025-J00325-Introduced.html


Senate Resolution No. 325

BY: Senator PARKER

        COMMENDING  the  Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand
        Lodge of New York upon the  occasion  of  its  180th
        Annual Grand Session

  WHEREAS,  It  is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and
pay  tribute  to  those  organizations  of  high  purpose   and   worthy
accomplishment whose endeavors have faithfully served the welfare of the
citizens of the State of New York; and

  WHEREAS,  Attendant  to  such  concern,  and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this  Legislative  Body  is  justly  proud  to
commend the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of New York upon the
occasion of its 180th Annual Grand Session; and

  WHEREAS,  The Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of New York, a
revered  and  historic  institution,  has   continually   embodied   the
principles  of "Brotherly Love, Relief, and Truth" and has long stood as
a beacon of service and leadership to the communities of  the  State  of
New York; and

  WHEREAS,  Established  in 1812 and officially chartered in 1848, the
Most  Worshipful  Prince  Hall  Grand  Lodge  has  upheld  a  legacy  of
resilience,  unity,  and  dedication to justice, equality, and community
empowerment, while strengthening the moral and spiritual foundations  of
countless individuals; and

  WHEREAS,  The  Annual  Grand Session provides an opportunity for the
distinguished members of the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge  to
reflect  on  their  shared  mission, evaluate their accomplishments, and
chart a course for the future while simultaneously reinforcing the bonds
of fellowship and collective service; and

  WHEREAS, This 180th Annual Grand Session continues a proud tradition
of  convening  leaders  who  demonstrate  an  unwavering  commitment  to
charitable  works,  educational  initiatives, and advocacy efforts which
benefit the most vulnerable populations within their reach; and

  WHEREAS, The success of the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand  Lodge
of  New  York  is  in  direct correlation to the efforts of its esteemed
leadership, including the Most Worshipful Grand Master and the  diligent
officers   and   members  who  serve  with  vision,  integrity,  and  an
uncompromising standard of excellence; and

  WHEREAS, The Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of New York has
truly demonstrated continuous service to the residents  and  communities
it  serves,  maintaining an extraordinary commitment to fostering unity,
uplifting humanity, and improving the quality  of  life  for  all;  now,
therefore, be it

  RESOLVED,  That  this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of  New  York,  upon
the  occasion  of  its  180th Annual Grand Session, and to recognize its

significant contributions to the heritage  and  progress  of  the  great
State of New York; and be it further

  RESOLVED,  That  a  copy  of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to the Most Worshipful Grand Master of the  Most  Worshipful
Prince Hall Grand Lodge of New York.