New York legislation · 2025-2026 General Assembly
New York J2138: Congratulating Cardinal Timothy Dolan upon the occasion of celebrating the 50th Anniversary of his Ordination to the Priesthood
Status: Passed both chambers, June 4, 2026
What the bill says
From the introduced text, May 20, 2026:
Senate Resolution No. 2138 BY: Senator GRIFFO CONGRATULATING Cardinal Timothy Dolan upon the occasion of celebrating the 50th Anniversary of his Ordination to the Priesthood WHEREAS, The character and richness of religious and community life in this noble Empire State are nourished and fulfilled through the faithful concern and selfless devotion of those who would commit their energies and purpose to the ministry of others; and WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to bring full recognition and just tribute to those individuals who distinguish themselves and the ministry through their unremitting commitment and preeminence of service; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to congratulate Cardinal Timothy Dolan, Archbishop Emeritus of New York, upon the occasion of celebrating the 50th Anniversary of his Ordination to the Priesthood, celebrated at a special Mass at St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York City on Thursday, May 14, 2026; and WHEREAS, Timothy Dolan, the eldest of five children, was born to Robert and Shirley (Radcliffe) Dolan in St. Louis, Missouri, on February 6, 1950; he has two brothers and two sisters; and WHEREAS, From an early age, Timothy Dolan exhibited a strong interest in the priesthood, once stating that he could never remember a time he did not want to be a priest; as a child, he would pretend to …
Sponsors
- Joseph Griffo (R, 53) · primary sponsor
- Joseph Addabbo (D, 15)
- Jacob Ashby (R, 43)
- George Borrello (R, 57)
- Bottcher, Erik (D, 47)
- Samra Brouk (D, 55)
- Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick (R, 9)
- Stephen Chan (R, 17)
- Patricia Fahy (D, 46)
- Patrick Gallivan (R, 60)
- Peter Harckham (D, 40)
- Pamela Helming (R, 54)
Latest actions
- : ADOPTED
- : REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION
- : ADOPTED
- : REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION
- : REFERRED TO FINANCE
Subjects: Resolutions, Legislative
Common questions
- What is J2138?
- J2138 is a bill in the New York Legislature (2025-2026 General Assembly): Congratulating Cardinal Timothy Dolan upon the occasion of celebrating the 50th Anniversary of his Ordination to the Priesthood.
- What is the status of J2138?
- Passed both chambers as of June 4, 2026. Latest action: ADOPTED (June 4, 2026).
- Who sponsored J2138?
- Joseph Griffo (R, 53), with 11 co-sponsors.
- Where is the official record for J2138?
- On the New York Legislature website: https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J2138
Source: official New York record. Tracked by Delilah, AI for legislation across all 50 states and Congress.